Accounting Manager-Fixed Assets (hybrid)
Location: Columbus, OH or Merrillville, IN (Hybrid - 3 days/week in office)
Ideal candidate is a demonstrated leader that is able to work collaboratively across teams with some utility industry experience.
Job Summary
To effectively manage financial accounting activities for designated companies. Directs and oversees the asset accounting team including maintaining the asset accounting records of the Company in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, the company's internal controls over financial reporting and prescribed state regulations. Partners with state regulatory teams to successfully support regulatory filings and analyses. Provides asset accounting guidance, advice and recommendations to accounting, finance, operations and regulatory leadership regarding financial accounting matters.
Essential Functions
Ensures accuracy and completeness of financial books and financial results
Responsible for managing the asset accounting financial closing for subsidiary companies
Manages and reviews all asset accounting activities, both internal and external, for the Company in accordance with required internal and external reporting deadlines
Provides accounting guidance to business stakeholders and informs decision makers of accounting implications of transactions
Performs financial statement analysis and confirms variance explanations to Controller, Financial Reporting, FP&A and external auditors
Updates, monitors and directs testing of internal controls, as necessary, in order to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
Interacts with management, consolidation accounting, financial planning, state financial and regulatory staffs, internal and external auditors, and other NiSource companies to identify and support accounting issues
Assures compliance with system policies and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles and applicable regulatory standards
Demonstrates leadership through functional knowledge and personnel skills and actively develops team members
Coordinates, prepares and/or reviews testimony, responses to interrogatories relating to asset accounting issues, regulatory reports, etc., as well as overseeing compilation of historic and pro-forma rate filing data.
Manages team of skilled analysts providing coaching, mentoring and skill development (includes union employees)
Oversees project initiatives as directed by leadership ensuring alignment of resources, timelines and outcomes for asset accounting team
Required Qualifications For Position
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
5+ years' experience working in the accounting field
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze problems/issues and identify solutions
Ability to effectively manage simultaneous priorities
Ability to be self-sufficient and self-motivated
Demonstrated ability to coach, develop and lead a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Experience in public utility accounting, finance and the regulated utility environment
Experience with PowerPlant system
Master's Degree MBA
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Upon Hire
As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.
Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
Workplace Connection
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.?
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
ADA Accommodations
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
E-Verify
NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish (https://secure.usverify.com/cdn/docs/E-Verify\Participation\Poster\Eng\Es.pdf)
Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER\RightToWorkPoster%20Eng\Es.pdf)
Salary Range*:
$110,200.00 - $165,300.00
*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience , as well as internal pay equity .
Posting Start Date:
2025-09-24
Posting End Date (if applicable):
2025-10-08
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you'll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you'll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America's Best Large Employers.
We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we've stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you're interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.
