Senior SEC Reporting Analyst

Connecticut Water Service, Inc.

34d•$71,298 - $171,462

About The Position

H2O America is actively seeking talented, driven and effective applicants for the position of Senior SEC Reporting Analyst to join our dynamic team. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment along with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. H2O America is the parent organization of the following subsidiary companies: San Jose Water, Connecticut Water, Maine Water, and Texas Water. We sustain life by delivering high-quality water and exceptional service while investing in the health and vitality of the communities we serve. Under the general direction of the Manager of Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting, the Senior SEC Reporting Analyst participates in the preparation and filing of annual and quarterly financial statements, as well as other SEC filings. In addition, this role will have responsibilities in stock compensation administration, general ledger accounting, special projects, technical accounting research, internal control activities and compliance. The Senior SEC Reporting Analyst will be responsible for performing complex financial, accounting and technical analysis. He/she performs accounting work of an advanced level requiring a comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). He/she must be able to adjust quickly to changing priorities, have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to interface with senior management, work well independently as well as in a team environment, communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and effectively manage critical deadlines. In addition, the individual must be able to perform various accounting functions as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge and skill in the application of generally accepted accounting principles, external reporting requirements and compliance, stock compensation accounting, and complex accounting and financial issues.
Knowledge of accounting information systems and relational database query and reporting.
Ability to review, analyze and reconcile journals, ledgers and legal documents.
Organize work, set priorities and meet critical deadlines.
Utilize computer applications for accounting, word processing and spreadsheet software programs.
Proactive, organized and able to take ownership of projects and deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting or a closely related field which has included a significant amount of accounting coursework.
Minimum of 5 years of recent accounting experience required, including at least 2 years of SEC reporting experience.

Nice To Haves

Big 4 experience preferred.
Certified Public Accountant designation preferred.
Diversified experience with financial accounting systems, JDEdwards experience a plus, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and advanced experience in Workiva and equity management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of documents for 10-Q, 10-K and Proxy filings.
Responsible for the administration, journal entries and reporting of all equity-based transactions, equity schedules, EPS calculations, and footnotes disclosures for SEC filings.
Research, analyze, and document technical accounting issues and operational applications, including areas of significant accounting estimates and judgement, new accounting pronouncements, significant transactions, and complex business arrangements.
Ensure compliance with and review of the XBRL process, as well as GAAP and SEC disclosure requirements.
Support and prepare annual report for subsidiaries and support requests by external auditors.
Prepare disclosure checklists and ensure compliance with all GAAP and disclosure requirements.
Prepares, reconciles, reviews and analyzes financial records, statements, and reports as required.
Assist in the Company’s SOX compliance efforts in connection with the financial reporting process.
Works with external auditors; prepares analytical, financial, and statistical reports and other analyses as required.
Ad hoc projects, analysis and reporting as required by management.