Utility Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rules and procedures to records and analyzes financial information.

A commitment to safety, providing reliable utility services, protecting public health and providing excellent customer service are the responsibilities of all job positions at Decatur Utilities. We believe that teamwork, open communication, honesty, integrity, fairness, diversity and respect for each other are essential traits to perform all job duties.

• Prepares standard and correcting journal entries and reconciles general ledger activity for all systems. Performs analysis of general ledger accounts and makes recommendations for leadership team review.
• Advises leadership team of adequacy of internal controls and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Assists in the development and implementation of computer applications of accounting functions.
• Analyzes subsidiary modules activities, reconciles modules to general ledger, performs month end closing procedures as necessary within each module and ensures integrity and accuracy of general ledger data.
• Provides financial and budget information as needed. Supports leadership team by reporting and interpreting financial information.
• Assists with the annual financial audit, internal audit tasks and annual budget process.
• Updates and maintains the accounting policy and procedure documents.
• Coordinates damage investigations with field superintendents and supervisors. Gathers documentation and submits to insurance brokers. Follows up on unresolved claims.
• Compiles and analyzes subsidiary financial reports for the monthly financial package. Reviews financial reports for accuracy and investigates discrepancies and unusual trends and variances.
• Compile and prepare City, State and FEMA billings for Aid in Construction projects completed. Coordinate the end of project audit.
• Provide training and oversight of accounting regarding FERC, GAAP, GASB and TVA regulations. Consult with other departments to ensure transactions are classified properly. Keeps abreast of new pronouncements and changing regulations.
• Responsible for other accounting functions as staffing levels require.

• Bachelor degree in Accounting from accredited college or university.
• Minimum 4 years additional work related experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel) and financial software as required to perform job tasks.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to prepare reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers, customers, supervisors, mid-level suppliers, auditors, vendors, professional and governmental agencies.
• Ability to solve high school and some college level mathematical problems using mathematical concepts such as multiplication, division, percentages, discounts, interests, taxes and apply to practical business and accounting situations.