Staff Accountant - ComEd (Hybrid)

ComEd • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. Are you in?

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent
• 2-4 years of related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Accounting theory, principles, practices and regulations including FASB/GAAP and SOX compliance
• Demonstrated ability to document a broad range of issues in work papers, disclosures and memos.
• Strong analytical skills in evaluating data and the ability to exercise judgment in a variety of areas
• Demonstrated successful use of technology to improve process efficiency
• Effective teambuilding and leaderships skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Commitment to highest standards of quality and integrity
• Exude a high degree of professionalism and treats others with respect

Nice To Haves

• MBA with a concentration in Accounting or Finance
• CPA
• Public accounting experience
• Regulatory/utility/FERC/SEC reporting or energy industry experience
• Understanding of the use and implementation of analytical tools and artificial intelligence to improve processes and analysis

Responsibilities

• Perform and support the monthly financial statement close process, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Ensure effective operation of Sarbanes-Oxley controls and identify any changes that may be necessary.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports, including analysis for use in internal and external reporting.
• Research variances, identify trends in data (at times working with large data sets), determine root causes and make recommendations for adjustments and/or enhancements.
• Prepare and analyze account reconciliations.
• Engage and collaborate with cross-functional business partners to identify and resolve accounting issues proactively and to assist with planning, forecasting, regulatory, and business decision processes.
• Present and communicate operating results as needed to Leadership.
• Interact with internal and external auditors to support required audits.
• Support the regulatory process, including various data requests, which could include interaction with external stakeholders.
• Analyze current processes and procedures and leverage new and emerging technologies to recommend, develop, and drive improvements.
• Participate in various special projects related to process improvements, automation, and/or changes in regulatory or accounting requirements.
• Perform day-to-day activities associated with the monthly financial statement close process.
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
• Challenge current processes and collaborate across the company to identify opportunities for improvement, accomplish goals, and resolve issues.
• Work under minimal supervision and demonstrate situational leadership coaching and mentoring less experienced team members.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees