Accountant

Job Posting End Date

02-19-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

AEP is hiring multiple positions! These roles will be Hybrid from February 2025- June 1, 2025 and then working in the office 5 days a week Monday - Friday.

Provide general accounting support, including the preparation and review of journal entries and other accounting activity related to the general ledger closing process for AEP companies.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the general ledger accounting functions, including journal entry preparation and review, general ledger account reconciliations, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, balance sheet reviews and detailed account activity analysis.
• Participate in the monthly accounting closing process, including the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and year-to- date account variance analyses.
• Provide assistance in the review and analyze monthly account activity for accuracy, support and financial integrity.
• Assist in the preparation and review of FERC financial reports on a quarterly and annual basis.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual GAAP financial statements, accompanying footnotes and MD&A.
• Involved in the preparation of internal management reports.
• Respond to data requests from internal and external auditors.
• Provide appropriate support and analysis of AEP regulatory filings and proceedings.
  
  
  
  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Accountant

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business with a concentration in accounting.
  
  
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years' experience.
  
  
  
  

Accountant Senior

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business with a concentration in accounting.
  
  
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.
  
  
  
  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong competency in written and oral communication.
• CPA or progress towards certification preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word required and PeopleSoft experience a plus.
• Detail oriented with an ability to employ a logical approach to accomplish objectives and solve issues.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions and adapt to changing circumstances and requirements.
• Ability to work as part of a team and possess excellent time management and organization skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the following competencies: Adaptability, Flexibility, Creativity and Initiative.
  
  
  
  

Accountant (Grade 5): $61,647 - $77,057

Accountant Senior (Grade 6): $72,380 - $90,475

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

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