Manager Accounting II
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Hybrid
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Charlotte, NC
time @type
Full time
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End Date: September 25, 2026 (14 days left to apply)
job requisition id
R41472
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In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Job Summary
The purpose of the Manager Accounting II position is to manage and develop a team of individuals who perform tasks associated with the company's accounting close and financial reporting processes. In this role, the Manager Accounting II is responsible for ensuring that the accounting impacts of the company's business activities and transactions are understood and properly recorded to the general ledger, and that such accounting impacts and related variances to budget and prior year results, if applicable, are clearly explained and properly presented in internal and/or external financial reports as needed. The Manager Accounting II is also responsible for ensuring that the team, including the outsourced team, performs its tasks in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with published deadlines while strictly adhering to company policies and controls.
The role is critical to support Fuel Inventory and Settlements across the organization, ensuring timely payment of fuel and accurate recordkeeping utilizing Comtrac and CXL systems. The Manager Accounting II will support the development of the team and work closely with offshore accounting personnel from our partnership with E&Y. This Manager Accounting II role will promote continuous process improvement, drive efficiencies, and lead by example through embracing and exemplifying Duke's values. The role is a single contact for Rates, FP&A, Treasury, and other organizations on any and all accounting matters related to the business they support.
Responsibilities
Accounting Close Process:
Understand assigned responsibilities, relevant GAAP and FERC accounting guidance, and operational matters that affect the accounting cycle
Review month-end deliverables (primarily journal entries)
Review account reconciliations
Work with the appropriate parties to resolve accounting issues as they arise
Ensure SOX control structure is in place and monitored with respect to the close process
Prepare or review documentation for accounting conclusions on accounting matters
Ensure strict adherence to closing deadlines
Financial Reporting Process:
Review monthly internal financial reports as assigned
Review quarterly SEC and FERC financial reports, including supporting schedules
Review periodic state regulatory financial reports
Ensure SOX control structure is in place and monitored with respect to the reporting process
Work with independent auditors on annual audited financial statements
Work with the appropriate parties to resolve issues as they arise
Other:
Develop and coach internal staff, and foster knowledge sharing with the dedicated offshore team
Support regulatory filing efforts including rate cases and rider filings for retail business
Support fuel audits and data requests
Lead and/or participate in efficiency and process improvement efforts
Assist with special projects (e.g., new revenue recognition and lease standards)
Research regulatory matters and related impacts
Basic/Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or other related degree
Eight (8) years related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Prior Big 4 or other public accounting experience
Prior experience with rate filings (e.g., preparing, interpreting, and/or accounting for base rate, fuel, rider, and deferral request filings)
Experience with Peoplesoft and OneStream
Knowledge of FIHUB Cube reporting
Experience in preparing FERC annual and quarterly reports
Experience in an accounting research role; writing accounting position papers
CPA license
Knowledge of regulated utility accounting and ratemaking principles
Familiarity with FERC chart of accounts
Extensive experience with accounting systems/applications
Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to pertinent business issues
Effective interpersonal skills, team oriented
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Proven ability to delegate, lead a team, and develop talent
History of high-quality work in an accounting environment dealing with rigorous reporting and closing deadlines
Demonstrated ability to drive process efficiency improvements
Working Conditions
Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period, with a requirement of at least 3 days in the office. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.
Professional office environment job using a personal computer. Will have to work long hours upon occasion and may need to travel periodically within regional territory (
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Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No
Represented/Union Position No
Visa Sponsored Position No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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