What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Improvement Lead position at UGI Utilities, Inc?
Process Improvement Lead
Location:
Denver, PA, US, 17517
Workplace Environment: Hybrid
Company: UGI Utilities, Inc
Requisition Number: 27866
At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.
We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.
To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to inclusivity, we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page.
Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!
Position Summary:
This position will lead cross functional special projects, process improvements, and the backfill of other Accounting roles/responsibilities during periods of transition. The ideal candidate will have diverse accounting background, pick up new responsibilities quickly, and enjoy designing and implementing new processes. This position will have exposure to all departments within UGI Utilities and lead cross Company projects with UGI Corporation and other UGI affiliated Companies as they arise.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Provide vision, strategy and lead special projects and process improvements to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting function at UGI, as well as enhance process documentation.
- Backfill of other Accounting roles/responsibilities during periods of transition.
- As time permits, lead aspects of the month end close process on a rotational basis while improving the process.
- Support the accounting function through participation in and leadership of various company-wide projects.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Minimum of 7 years related supervisory work experience in corporate or public accounting, Big Four experience preferred
- Must have bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline and CPA designation
- Expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) & Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance. SEC Reporting expertise is strongly preferred.
- Ability to work across disciplines such as payroll, benefits, IT, and other functional units. Ability to communicate with multiple persons throughout the Company to accomplish objectives
- Strong analytical skills as well as written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated experience in proactively leading, managing, motivating and coaching a team of accounting professionals
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Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting Required
- MBA Preferred
- 7 years accounting work experience
- CPA preferred
- Desirable – Public Accounting Experience (Big 4 preferred)
- Desirable – Large ERP System Experience (SAP Preferred)
UGI Utilities, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.
Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.
As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.
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