Assoc Staff Accountant - BSC (Hybrid)

Exelon • Chicago, IL

7h • 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. They are a Fortune 200 company with six energy companies serving over 10.7 million customers. Exelon is committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive, focusing on purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. They value diverse voices, fresh perspectives, and bold thinking, and offer competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Entry level, no years of related experience required
• Knowledge and understanding of Accounting theory, principles, practices and regulations including FASB/GAAP and SOX compliance
• 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
• Effective teambuilding and leaderships skills
• 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
• Demonstrated successful use of technology to improve process efficiency

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 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: 7%
• 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: Entry Level