Accountant I – Utility Accounting

Peoples Gas System; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Gas System in Tampa, Florida, is seeking an Accountant I to support day-to-day accounting, month‑end close, and regulatory reporting within the Utility Accounting team.

This early‑career, full‑time role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, offers exposure to GAAP, Excel, and systems like SAP, Power Plant and Allegro, and provides hands‑on financial learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; entry-level position.
• No prior financial work experience required.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP; Excel proficiency; analytical, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Bonus: regulated utility accounting experience with SAP, Power Plant, or Allegro.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Assist month-end close and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare regulatory reports (FERC, FPSC) and assist audits.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance, Regulatory Accounting, Internal Audit, and external auditors.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

Excel

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Power Plant

Allegro

Job description

Accountant I | TECO Peoples Gas

The Tone:

This is a full-time role at Peoples Gas System, located in Tampa, Florida. Peoples Gas is an energy utility company committed to providing reliable service to its community. This role is a foundational opportunity within the Utility Accounting team, essential for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to the company’s financial planning. The position offers a chance to build a strong accounting foundation and gain hands-on experience in the energy and utility industry.

The TL;DR

• Role: Early Career
• Type: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
• Location: In-person Tampa, FL
• Team: Utility Accounting team
• Mission: Support day-to-day accounting, month-end close, regulatory reporting, and financial analysis to ensure accurate financial results and compliance for the utility.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Excel, SAP (preferred), Power Plant (preferred), Allegro (preferred)

What You’ll Actually Do

• Support Daily Operations: Prepare journal entries, reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts, and research account variances to identify financial differences.
• Manage Month-End Close: Contribute to successful completion of monthly accounting activities, ensuring complete and accurate financial information and resolving discrepancies.
• Contribute to Regulatory Reporting: Prepare reports filed with regulatory agencies such as FERC and the FPSC, and assist with data requests for audits and utility rate cases.
• Aid Financial Planning: Contribute to the development of financial budgets and forecasts, analyze accounts, and assist with ad hoc financial reporting and special projects.
• Foster Collaboration: Gain exposure to and collaborate with various internal departments like Finance, Regulatory Accounting, and Internal Audit, as well as external auditors and regulatory organizations.

The Must-Haves

• Background: Bachelor's degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited college or university, or a Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a financially related field. Entry-level career position with a strong accounting foundation.
• Experience: No previous financial work experience is required.
• Skills: Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong analytical skills; self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Bonus: One or more years of financial work experience with regulated utility accounting experience; knowledge of software/systems such as SAP, Power Plant, and Allegro.