Senior Staff Accountant
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Welcome to United Utility, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry, headquartered in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects.At United Utility, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy.

About The Role:

Are you a seasoned accountant ready to make a substantial impact? We're seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join our team, a role crucial to maintaining the financial health of our organization. As a Senior Staff Accountant at UU, you'll be an integral part of our finance department, contributing to our continued success in powering the nation's infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and record journal entry transactions for various general ledger functions ensuring data accuracy.
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations including bank account reconciliations.
• Prepare, record, and distribute intercompany related billings and allocation for various business units.
• Conduct various month-end and year-end closing processes including compilation of various internal and external financial reporting and metrics.
• Apply accounting policies and procedures and ensure compliance as applicable.
• Prepare documents for audits and respond to associated requests.
• Work with the Accounting Manager to improve financial processes
• Other accounting duties as assigned

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Must be able to produce work with a high degree of accuracy, individual should check work and perform self-reviews and checks for data accuracy.
• Ability to operate independently as well as in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

Key Nice-To-Haves:

• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with financial software (e.g., SAGE).

Key Info:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods, communicate effectively, and use fine motor skills for tasks involving a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee will also frequently stand, walk, and engage in activities that require reaching with their arms.

At United Utility, we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Your unique perspective and skills will be a valuable addition to our team as we continue to drive progress in the energy industry.

Join us in shaping the future of power infrastructure. Apply today and be part of an organization that values your talent, dedication, and the diversity you bring to the table.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Email: HRSC @unitedutility.com Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.