Accountant 2

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division is seeking an Accountant 2 to perform intermediate accounting duties with concentration in general accounting, risk management/employee benefits and budget & rates. The role involves compiling financial reports, preparing journal entries and reconciling ledgers.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and 2 years of accounting experience. A valid driver's license is required, and work is conducted in an office setting in Memphis, TN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 2 years of accounting experience is required.
• A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.

Responsibilities

• Compile/verify figures for financial, statistical and budget reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and pension reports.
• Prepare journal entries for recording information to the general ledger.
• Reconcile general ledger and budget accounts to detail records and make correcting entries.
• Prepare TVA monthly reports, pension-related reports and other financial analyses as needed.
• Develop and implement more complex procedures for accounting/budgeting applications; collaborate with other areas to solve problems.
• Maintain daily accounting detail information for entry to the general ledger and budget, including pension payroll data.
• Produce reports and special studies as required; perform other duties as directed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Accountant 2 - (260000N0)DescriptionMLGW 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, budgetand 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 CERTIFICATIONSA valid driver's license from state of residence is required.EDUCATIONBachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required.EXPERIENCE2 years of experience as an Accountant 1 or 2 years of accounting experience is required.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONWorks 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-MemphisWork Locations: AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg 220 South Main Street Memphis 38101-0430Job: Accounting & FinanceOrganization: 0331310 Management and Property AccountingJob Posting: Aug 19, 2026, 3:33:23 PMMinimum Salary: 69,180.80Midpoint Salary: 86465.6