Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.
At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.
Purpose
This position is responsible for the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions within the Company’s financial system. The Accountant III is also responsible for adherence to the book closing process and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) as well as the financial analysis of results.
Accountabilities
- Adhering to the monthly book closing schedule including the processing of journal entries and analysis of accounts to accurately value accounts on the general ledger including but not limited to regulatory accounting (e.g., electric distribution, pension, environmental, etc.)
- Contributing to the preparation of the monthly financial reporting package
- Perform GL account reconciliations
- Preparing regulatory reports
- Providing guidance to field operations on account coding of expenses
- Supporting all internal units of the business including utility operations, regulatory and pricing, customer service, procurement and all administrative levels
- Providing analysis of information for users of financial information
- Providing solutions to business issues as well as embracing change as an essential component of performance
- Completing special projects as needed (e.g., support for internal, external, and regulatory audits, supporting regulatory and rate case filings)
- Preparing quarterly cash flow statement and balance sheet analytics
- Adhere to and maintain the financial results consistent with ICFR policies
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree/Associates Degree in Accounting preferred
- Work experience in the Utility industry a plus
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles required
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills, professional presentation and the ability to communicate effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) particularly in Excel required.
- Understanding of regulatory accounting a plus
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial information and recognize significant variances, trends and irregularities
- Ability to manage multiple projects and set priorities to meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve by grasping the key drivers of issues and thinking through solutions that are effective and efficient
- Ability to establish a high level of confidence with internal personnel and external contacts
What we offer
- Company funded Pension program
- 401k with Company match
- Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)
- Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
- Share purchase/match plan
- Defined Contribution savings plan
- Top Talent Program
- Volunteer paid days off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Achievement fund
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.
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