at Chesapeake Utilities Corporation in NewarkNewark, Delaware, United States
Job Description
Description
Financial Reporting Accountant III
Hybrid Remote - Newark, DE
Your role in our success will be:
The Financial Reporting Accountant III is responsible for aiding in the compilation and review of the Company's quarterly and annual financial information included in its Forms 10-Q, Annual Report on Form 10-K and the quarterly earnings releases that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This role is also responsible for maintaining key internal and external relationships important to the Company's financial reporting process.
What you'll be working on:
Collaborates with the Director of Financial Reporting and other team members in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements and other information included in quarterly and annual SEC filings, ensuring compliance with all reporting and disclosure requirements under U.S. GAAP and the SEC, as applicable
Assists in preparing the Company's quarterly earnings press release, earnings call script, and investor presentations, partnering with Investor Relations, Financial Planning and Analysis, Treasury, and Business Accounting teams
Regularly communicates status of assigned responsibilities to Director of Financial Reporting and broader financial reporting team to ensure compliance with prescribed deadlines
Supports preparation and review of annual employee benefit plan financial statements filed with the Department of Labor (DOL) as well as aid in addressing benefit plan audit requests
Aids in the preparation of the Company's regulated utilities annual financial statements submitted externally to regulators ensuring compliance with all reporting and disclosure requirements under U.S. GAAP and other regulations, as applicable
Supports various diligence and compliance related requests as needed, including but not limited to addressing technical accounting related questions and documenting conclusions to those proposed accounting issues.
Prepares various corporate and intercompany elimination journal entries to support the month-end close process
Prepares the monthly files for various balance sheet reconciliations for month end close
Maintains and updates accounting internal control policies and procedures and provide supporting documentation to internal audit regarding compliance with control procedures specific to the financial reporting function
Serves as a primary point of contact with both external and internal auditors to provide requested documentation and support regarding financial statements and accounting treatment for specific transactions
Additional Responsibilities:
Assists in the ongoing training and development of junior staff
Aids in helping to identify opportunities that drive efficiency during reporting cycles
Who you are:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
Work Experience: Five years of progressive experience in public practice or industry preferred
Regular driver's license
Licensure/Certification: CPA preferred
Knowledge: Microsoft Office (primarily Excel and Power Point), familiarity with Workiva, Blackline, Power Plan preferred
Skills: Strong communication and analytical skills, attention to detail imperative
Abilities: Ability to operate in fast paced environment with shifting priorities * Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines * Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
What makes us great
At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.
What's in it for you? Joining the CUC team will get you:
Competitive base salary
Fantastic opportunities for career growth
Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
Monthly recognition events
Endless wellness initiatives and community events
Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may emailcareers@chpk.com
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