Staff Accountant (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.). Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change. Under some supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial data for Eversource. Provide financial support to Eversource. Responsible for the preparation of month-end, and year-end matters, compliance, and other financial responsibilities.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory
Strong knowledge of functional accounting practices and procedures
Good analytical skills
Good oral and written communication skills
Quantitative and qualitative analyses skills
Knowledge of GAAP
Strong functional understanding of computerized accounting programs
Demonstrated skill with MS Office applications (Specifically Word and Excel)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
Experience : Three (3) plus years of related accounting experience preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment

Responsibilities

Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Eversource accounting function
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
Prepares the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Performs accounting control activities including account reconciliations, journal entries and close-out reviews
Plans, coordinates, and performs assignments associated with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial management reports including reports and presentations to Senior Management
Prepares journal entries for accounts, reviews, and reconciles general ledger accounts, analyzes variances.
Investigates and resolves outstanding items.
Maintains the integrity of accounting information in the system and adjusts as needed.
Prepares and analyzes financial projections.