Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting

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The Senior Accountant, AES Clean Energy, LLC works in the fast-paced, high-growth renewable segment of the Company. The Senior Accountant ensures that the accounting records for the company are properly maintained in accordance with US GAAP; provides for the timely and accurate recording of entries; and assists in leading the work of other employees. The Senior Accountant works on financial statements for CE and various subsidiaries, including working with the auditors on the annual audits. Builds relationships with operations personnel to develop business knowledge and to be an accounting resource for issues and in support of the various accounting deliverables. Works on the general accounting close and related financial reporting submissions.

Primary responsibilities:

• Records, classifies and summarizes financial transactions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Use software applications to assemble and format data and/or reports
• Plans, organizes and prioritizes work assignments to meet required deadlines
• Compiles, analyzes and reviews financial information in the preparation of reports
• Develops, prepares, audits and reviews reports on a regular monthly, quarterly and/or annual basis
• Analyzes, reconciles and evaluates the accuracy of general ledger accounting details and ensures the amounts are proper and classified correctly
• Monitors and ensures compliance with AES policies, internal controls and corporate policies
• Identifies problem areas, evaluates their causes and takes action to resolve the problems. Designs and implements improvement to the existing processes. Exceed the requirements of our external and internal customers
• SAP experience and sophisticated Excel skills
• Preparation of Consolidated Financial statements using SAP, BW, and BPC or comparable General Ledger System
• Intercompany Accounting and Elimination Accounting
• Show a high degree of competence, service and initiative in solving problems on your own
• Identify and understand SEC reporting requirements. Coordinate both month-end and periodic activities
  
  

Basic requirements:

• BS in Accounting/Finance
• Five (5) years of recent, verifiable, and relevant accounting experience in a public accounting firm and/or publicly traded company.
• Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills required.
• Have to exhibit in-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP and be able to understand and align with SEC reporting requirements.
• Strong research and project management skills are needed.
  
  

Preferred requirements:

• CPA preferred
• Be able to grasp and apply technical accounting concepts and able to optimally use systems to automate processes and enhance analysis
• Be proactive in solving problems and developing creative solutions, able to work on multiple priorities and demonstrate flexibility as priorities change, able to work effectively both as a team member and independently.
  
  

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.