Sr. Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support financial planning, reporting, and core accounting activities in Columbus, Ohio. This role contributes to budgeting and forecasting efforts, helps ensure accurate monthly billing and reconciliations, and partners with multiple departments to maintain reliable financial data. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to manage recurring deadlines while supporting audits and financial statement preparation.

Responsibilities:
• Support the development and maintenance of budgeting, forecasting, and financial projection models by gathering input from internal teams and incorporating updates as business needs change.
• Coordinate requests for financial information across departments, compile submitted data, and communicate timeline expectations and follow-up items to stakeholders.
• Contribute to the monthly wholesale power billing process by preparing supporting data, working closely with market operations and transmission partners, and helping ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Collaborate with accounting colleagues and technical resources to improve billing-related data collection and reporting outputs.
• Partner with the load management team to monitor inventory activity, reconcile related accounts, and maintain accurate records for fixed assets and member reimbursement transactions.
• Participate in month-end accounting activities, including preparing journal entries, reviewing general ledger activity, and completing account reconciliations.
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements and perform analysis to explain results, trends, and variances for company leadership.
• Prepare audit schedules, respond to auditor questions, and provide supporting analysis and recommendations during the annual audit process.
• Carry out additional accounting and financial duties as needed to support department objectives.• Experience with month-end close processes in a corporate or utility-related accounting environment.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and account reconciliation procedures.
• Ability to perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven analytical skills with experience supporting budgets, forecasts, or financial reporting activities.
• Proficiency in working with cross-functional teams to gather data, resolve issues, and meet recurring deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal departments and external partners.
• Ability to prepare financial analyses, audit support materials, and other accounting documentation in a timely manner.