What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at United Utility?
About Us
United Utility is a pioneering force in the electric utility industry, dedicated to providing comprehensive and innovative offerings that support power infrastructure investments across the United States. As the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, distribution, substation and grid hardening projects, we drive forward progress in the power sector. Our company has headquarters in both Charlotte, NC and New Orleans, LA, with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the pursuit of groundbreaking solutions.
About The Role
We're seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, NC, 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
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.
United Utility is a pioneering force in the electric utility industry, dedicated to providing comprehensive and innovative offerings that support power infrastructure investments across the United States. As the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, distribution, substation and grid hardening projects, we drive forward progress in the power sector. Our company has headquarters in both Charlotte, NC and New Orleans, LA, with a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the pursuit of groundbreaking solutions.
About The Role
We're seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join our team in Charlotte, NC, 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.
- Perform balance sheet account reconciliations, including bank account reconciliations.
- Prepare, record, and distribute intercompany-related expense allocation for various business units.
- Conduct month-end and year-end closing processes, including compilation of various internal and external financial reports 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
- Maintain legal documents for entities across the enterprise (Articles of Incorporation, LLC documents, Certificates of Insurance, etc.)
- Maintain list of Officers and Directors, FEIN’s, Tax ID’s, and physical addresses
- Ensure enterprise tax compliance in every state of operation
- Support Sales & Use Tax reporting and filing
- Support periodic / annual tax filings prepared by external Tax firm
- Support other tax / accounting projects as they arise
- Respond to inquiries from management regarding financial data and reports
- Foster a collaborative and results-driven culture within the accounting department
- 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.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to operate independently as well as in a team environment.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
- Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Experience with financial software (e.g., SAGE).
- Construction experience preferred.
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.
