Sr. Accountant

UGI • Denver, PA

32d • Hybrid

About The Position

This senior accountant role will assist with ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's general ledger. This includes participating in various general accounting activities, including monthly close processes, preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations as well as participation in future state process and policy alignment to enable transformation.  All of which is conducted to ensure adherence with GAAP and Company accounting policies.  This position will also act as a liaison to the both internal and external auditors and will act as a cross-functional point of contact as it pertains to accounting for areas including but not limited to Bonus and Other Incentives, Medical Insurance, General Insurance and Debt.

Requirements

• Accounting Expertise: Expertise in accounting processes.  Applied advanced knowledge of US GAAP including technical accounting principles.  Core general accounting background and ability to work across multiple disciplines, being able to pick up new responsibilities quickly and enjoy designing and implementing new processes.
• SOX and COSO Knowledge: Familiarity with SOX compliance requirements and the COSO framework for internal controls is preferred.  Ability to perform key controls over general accounting and financial reporting.
• Organization and Time Management: Strong ability to work independently to support priorities and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders, including IT, FP&A, and other departments.
• Data Correlation: Strong knowledge of Excel, other MS Office applications (Access Database is a Plus) and SAP ECC accounting systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 - 5 years of accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and consolidation activities.

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates general ledger month-end close activities and reporting, including consolidation and performs general accounting entries, journal postings, and allocations.
• Serve as a liaison between accounting and other groups to coordinate the execution of complex reporting activities such as intercompany allocations methodology, application, and automation.
• Coordinates process improvement related initiatives such as miscellaneous receivables/payables, intercompany invoicing and reconciliation, various documentation and efficiency improvements, and other areas as needed.
• Performs SOX controls and provides support for internal and external audits.
• Supports Accounting Supervisor and/or Accounting Manager by facilitating tasks within the team.  Provides support and performs trainings for junior team members.
• Owns certain areas of OPEX where analysis and research will be done on a monthly basis in order to calculate reserves as well as speak to trends, variances and fluctuations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees