What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant 2 position at Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW)?
MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.
The Accountant 2 will perform intermediate level professional accounting duties with concentration in one or more areas to include General Accounting, Risk Management/Employee Benefits and Budget & Rates. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Compile/verify figures for various financial, statistical and budget reports such as balance sheets, income statements, statistical, annual, budget
and pension reports. Prepare journal entries for recording information to general ledger. Reconcile general ledger/budget accounts to detail records; make necessary correcting entries.
Prepare TVA monthly financial report, monthly reports of TVA insulation loan accounts, annual reports for TVA, financial information for AGA, pension computations and actuary reports and various other reports. Develop/implement more complex procedures for new accounting/budgeting applications; consult with various areas to solve problems. Maintain daily accounting detail information for entry to the general ledger and budget; maintain/control information related to pension payroll. Prepare various reports and special studies as required. Perform other duties as directed.
QualificationsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
EXPERIENCE
2 years of experience as an Accountant 1 or 2 years of accounting experience is required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Works in office under good conditions. Occasional field analysis for inventory, research and/or to solve problems. Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and dexterity in operating office equipment. This position requires vision, hearing and speaking abilities.
THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.
Primary Location : USA-TN-Memphis Work Locations : AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg 220 South Main Street Memphis 38101-0430 Job : Accounting & Finance Organization : 0331310 Management and Property Accounting Job Posting : Apr 9, 2026, 1:26:43 PM Minimum Salary : 69,180.80 Midpoint Salary : 86465.6