Overview

We are Edison Electric Institute, the association that represents all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. Our members provide electricity for more than 235 million Americans and operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. As a whole, the electric power industry supports more than 7 million jobs in communities across the United States. In addition to our U.S. members, EEI has more than 65 international electric companies, with operations in more than 90 countries, as International Members, and hundreds of industry suppliers and related organizations as Associate Members.

Our Operating Principles are designed to foster growth and to enable every employee to harness and demonstrate the Power by Association that EEI represents. We will always:

• Create a Positive and Satisfying Work Environment – We will work together to create an environment that fosters professional growth.
• Deliver High-Quality Service – We must be motivated to provide member service that is prompt, responsive, accurate, and credible.
• Demonstrate Teamwork – We must embrace the concept of teamwork as achieved through effective communication, mutual respect, trust, creation of a sense of camaraderie, and cooperation on all tasks to meet customer needs.
• Focus on Results – We must set priorities, seek results, and devise, manage, and use creative ways to define and to measure success in achieving those results effectively and efficiently.
• Provide Value – We must strive to provide value to our member companies.
• Put Our Customers First – Our primary customers are our member companies. Each of us must work to deliver quality service in a positive and professional manner and must strive to exceed customer expectations every time a service is provided.
• Take Initiative – We are all empowered to take individual initiative and informed risk and to accept accountability in meeting the needs of our customers and of each other.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Controller, our Senior Accountant role entails executing routine accounting procedures to facilitate and enhance monthly and year-end accounting processes, reconciliation efforts, and closing activities.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile monthly bank accounts.
• Prepare account reconciliations for assigned Balance Sheet accounts.
• Assist with preparing schedules for the annual financial statement audit.
• Maintain fixed assets for state (DC) books by recording additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Prepare annual DC personal property tax return.
• Assist with workpapers to support the annual 990 tax return.
• Assist Accounts Receivable staff with general questions involving Business Central, Cvent and non-routine AR transactions.
• Prepare and process journal entries, dimension changes, and budget amendments.
• Assist with Concur account setup/maintenance for staff.
• Provide guidance to staff on expense report questions and reconciliations.
• Assist with special projects as assigned to include tax research.
• Prepare Associate dues billings and maintain Associate Dues Accounts Receivable report daily.
• Coordinate billings with the Member Relations Department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required and degrees in related fields with relevant experience can be taken into account; CPA certification a plus
• 2-4 years of general ledger experience to include knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
• Tax experience preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in Excel is a must
• Familiarity with Business Central, Cvent, and/or Concur is a plus
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills
• Effective time management skills
• Excellent communication skills

Compensation

The salary range for this role begins at $68,000. Starting annual salary will be determined on individual qualifications. EEI also offers an annual performance incentive which is prorated for mid-year start dates. This incentive is typically up to 10% of base salary. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness incentives and programs, transportation subsidy, and professional development opportunities.

Office Protocol

This role operates remotely, with occasional in-person attendance required for special events, projects, and training or professional development opportunities at the office.