Accountant II

EPB; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EPB is seeking an Accountant II to perform professional level financial accounting and reporting in accordance with GAAP. The role includes preparing reports, conducting revenue and expense analysis, and reconciling data to the general ledger, with duties expanding to budgeting and process improvements.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with accounting coursework, 3–5 years of experience, and strong MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 24 semester hours of accounting coursework.
• 3–5 years of related work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; strong analytical skills and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual budget and research variances to budget.
• Develop into an expert in the assigned accounting/operational area within three years.
• Review and analyze financial transactions for correct posting to the general ledger.
• Enter adjusting entries to correct erroneous postings.
• Analyze workflow to ensure accuracy and timeliness of accounting records.
• Prepare monthly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Advise other departments on accounting activities.
• Develop new procedures to improve accounting processes.
• Assist staff in evaluating data reasonableness and identifying problems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

24 semester hours of accounting courses

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Accountant II performs professional level financial accounting and reporting activities. The Accountant II prepares reports and financial documents, performs revenue and expense analysis, reconciles data to the general ledger, and performs other related duties as assigned. All work must be accomplished following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Duties Responsibilities

• Assist in developing the annual budget and research variances to budget throughout the year.
• Develop into an expert in the company's assigned accounting/operational area within three years; Expected to act as a knowledge source within the accounting department and external departments.
• Review and analyze financial transactions to ensure their correct posting to the general ledger.
• Research, verify, and enter adjusting entries to the general ledger to correct erroneous postings.
• Review and analyze the workflow of financial data to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and appropriateness of accounting records, including comparisons to budget.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flows, and supporting analysis.
• Consult, research, and advise other departments relative to accounting activities.
• Develop new procedures/workflows to improve accounting processes' efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Assist the Accounting Assistants and Accountant I's in evaluating the reasonableness of data, spotting errors, recognizing erroneous relationships, and identifying potential problem areas.

Education Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester hours of accounting courses.
• 3-5 years of related work experience
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications; strong qualitative, quantitative, and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to excel in a team environment; effective interpersonal skills; and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills to deal effectively with customers and employees and to understand detailed processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, process, analyze and organize large quantities of detailed information into logical, concise reports and/or presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to obtain proficiency in the use of computerized software and office equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience in processing data with high speed and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in situations involving various duties, often characterized by frequent changes.

Certifications Other Requirements

• Effective interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to be assertive and firm while maintaining good working relationships with colleagues.
• Should enjoy taking on challenges and fixing problems.

May perform other duties as assigned. All employees, pursuant to their job duties, should demonstrate the behaviors of Professional Empowerment and comply with all EPB policies, standards, and guidelines. EPB provides electric and communications services, which are considered critical infrastructure by the Department of Homeland Security. This EPB job is essential to support this critical infrastructure and may be required to work onsite or in the field to maintain these services.