Accountant II - GAAP & Close Specialist

Atmos Energy Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atmos Energy Corporation in Dallas, TX seeks an Accountant 2 to perform monthly journal entries, reconciliations and close processes. You will prepare reports for regulatory filings and audits, ensuring GAAP and SOX compliance. Excellent analytical and communication skills required.

The role supports internal and external customers and works in an office environment. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 2 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field with 2 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and regulatory requirements (SOX, FERC).
• Good communication skills and proficiency with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly accounting journal entries.
• Prepares monthly account reconciliations.
• Performs monthly close cycle processes.
• Creates, updates, reviews, investigates and distributes schedules and financial reports for accounting functions.
• Prepares and analyzes accounting reports for regulatory filings and audits.
• Ensures transactions are GAAP/SOX/FERC compliant.
• Provides internal and external customer support as needed.

Skills

Communication

Numeric analysis

GAAP knowledge

SOX compliance

FERC compliance

Computer skills

Education

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

GED + 5 years accounting experience

Job description

Atmos Energy Corporation in Dallas, TX seeks an Accountant 2 to perform monthly journal entries, reconciliations and close processes. You will prepare reports for regulatory filings and audits, ensuring GAAP and SOX compliance. Excellent analytical and communication skills required.

The role supports internal and external customers and works in an office environment. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field with 2 years of experience preferred.