Staff Accountant - BSC (Hybrid)

Exelon•Chicago, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Exelon is leading the energy transformation and is seeking problem solvers, innovators, community builders, and change makers to join their team. The company is a Fortune 200 organization with six energy companies, serving over 10.7 million customers. Exelon is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can thrive, focusing on purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support for employees. They value diverse voices, fresh perspectives, and bold thinking, offering competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

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 accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions.
Ensure effective operation of Sarbanes-Oxley controls and identify necessary changes.
Prepare monthly and quarterly reports, including analysis for internal and external reporting.
Research variances, identify trends, 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.
Assist with planning, forecasting, regulatory, and business decision processes.
Present and communicate operating results to Leadership.
Interact with internal and external auditors to support required audits.
Support the regulatory process, including various data requests and potential interaction with external stakeholders.
Analyze current processes and procedures and leverage new and emerging technologies to recommend, develop, and drive improvements.
Participate in 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 salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $71,200.00/Yr. – $97,900.00/Yr.
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
And much more