What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermediate Accountant position at PNG Companies LLC?
Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as well as a commitment to career growth opportunities. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S. Are you looking for a fantastic career at Essential Utilities? We have an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Accountant to join the Finance team! Under limited supervision the Accountant II performs moderately complex activities related to maintaining a complete and accurate general ledger and the resultant reports and statements. Perform account reconciliations, assist with Public Utility Commission (PUC) annual report preparation, and provide audit support. What you’ll love: The chance to build relationships with all levels of the organization while working on a true team! Are you a people person with a passion for accounting and finance? Let’s Talk! Essential Duties: Participate in month-end closing functions under limited supervision and meet all closing deadlines. Prepare and post journal entries with thorough supporting documentation. Analyze accounts and prepare account reconciliations; immediately bring inconsistencies and/or issues to the attention of management. Perform general accounting analysis. Adhere to accounting control procedures. Provide support for external audits and quarterly reviews, internal audits, and regulatory audits. Assist with PUC annual reporting, Energy Information Administration (EIA) reporting, American Gas Association (AGA) reporting, and rate cases. Assist with regulated natural gas accounting matters such as interstate gas supply, local production gas, and storage gas. Assist with benefits accounting Participate in system upgrades and modifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. At least two years' experience in accounting or a related field. Demonstrated experience and skill in attention-to-detail, time management, and problem-solving. Knowledge of natural gas utility industry operations preferred. SAP ERP experience preferred Essential Utilities, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Essential Utilities is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012). To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to: Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship Family members cannot work in the same department. Essential Utilities, Inc. delivers safe, clean, reliable services that improve quality of life for individuals, families, and entire communities. Operating as the Aqua (water and wastewater services) and the Peoples and Delta (natural gas) brands, Essential serves approximately 5.5 million people across 10 states. We are committed to sustainable growth, operational excellence, a superior customer experience, and premier employer status - including a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We are advocates for the communities we serve and are dedicated stewards of natural lands, protecting more than 7,600 acres of forests and other habitats throughout our footprint. Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S.