Senior Accountant

Summary

Salary: Depending on qualification and experience.

Schedule: After an initial training period this position offers a hybrid or flexible schedule.

Position Summary: Responsible for performing accounting duties for Garland Power & Light within Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements. Duties include but are not limited to fixed asset accounting, journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, & special projects as assigned.

If you are ready to serve your community and join an organization that truly values its employees, apply today!  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor timely & accurate reporting of all CWIP & Fixed Asset activity ensuring the proper accounting treatment.

• Close CWIP as projects are placed in service.

• Coordinate the closure of CIP with budget.

• Record assets acquisitions and retirements.

• Update fixed asset register.

• Reconcile general ledger accounts including CWIP, Inventory, and Property, Plant and Equipment.

• Participate in annual asset roll forward process.

• Prepare monthly journal entries & supporting schedules.

• Coordinate with various departments to gather data and support their information needs.

• Participate in system implementation and upgrade projects such as general ledger and work order & asset management system.

• Develop & analyze management reports.

• Create ad hoc reports for GP&L departments as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in Accounting 5 years of progressive Accounting experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree Accounting CPA or CPA candidate

• Electric Utility accounting experience preferred

• Strong background and expertise in fixed asset accounting and/ or cost accounting preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)

• Ability to analyze, research, & prepare financial reports

• Ability to apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations

• Ability to work independently Establish & maintain effective working relationships and maintain customer focus

• Proficient skills in Accounting & ERP systems

• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint)

• Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial reports

• Strong attention to detail skills

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license