Accounting Analyst

Consumers Energy • Jackson, MI • 3d ago

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.?

Location : This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to One Energy Plaza located in Jackson, MI.? The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Accounting Analyst oversees provision of general/sub ledgers, records, and financial reports, the preparation and analysis of different accounts, and the performance of general accounting functions. They will assist in maintaining regulatory accounting compliance by conducting research; reviewing data and assist with the preparing of regulatory reporting by analyzing and providing information. Identifies and resolves variances between the company's system of record and subledger. The Accounting Analyst analyzes expenditures to validate appropriateness of charges. They will work closely with other teams, including Shared Service, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Operations, Rates, Internal Controls external auditors and regulatory staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reviews general ledger (G/L) to ensure all activity is properly recorded and general account analysis and reconciliations.

Provides accounting guidance utilizing general accepted accounting principles and regulatory resources to direct proper charging of expenditures.

Reviews accounts for proper set up and analyzes expenditures to validate the appropriateness of charging.

Performs the processing of month end close to ensure accurate financial records and timely preparation of the financial statements.

Processes transactions to manage the lease process, overhead allocations and other accounting transactions.

Performs account reconciliations and Balance Sheet variance analysis for assigned accounts; contributes to the financial reporting process through preparation of schedules supporting disclosures.

Assists in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements and regulatory reports.

Records monthly and non-recurring general ledger entries.

Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Prepares ad hoc reporting as needed to support research, rate case support, studies, surveys and other ad hoc request

Maintains and Tests internal controls, performs Budgeting and forecasting, Maintains Master Data, and Performs Revenue and Cost Accounting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principles.

Knowledge and understanding of accounting software (i.e., SAP).

Strong analytical skills and problem solving.

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Able to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while adhering to deadlines

Ability to obtain and use large data sets to analyze and solve problems.

Experience & Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline with 2 years of experience in accounting working with general ledgers and financial reports [OR]

Associate's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline with 4 years of experience in accounting working with general ledgers and financial reports [OR]

High School Diploma or GED with 6 years of experience in accounting working with general ledgers and financial reports.

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation packages

Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Paid time off

Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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