Accountant II: Growth Path with On-Site & Tuition Aid

AEP Service Corporation; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Annual Bonus

401(k) Match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation in Canton, OH, is seeking an Accountant II to provide essential accounting support, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close processes. You will gain exposure to complex accounting activities and regulatory reporting while benefiting from training, mentorship, and tuition assistance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Business with Accounting concentration, at least 2 years of experience, strong communication, Excel and Word proficiency; CPA or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business with Accounting concentration.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience.
• CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and Word; PeopleSoft a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger accounting, including journal entries and reconciliations for high-risk accounts.
• Support monthly close, including variance analyses and SOX compliance.
• Develop analytics to identify internal control issues and support auditors.
• Assist with regulatory filings, GAAP financial statements, footnotes and MD&A.
• Collaborate with third-party core accounting service provider and other partners.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business with Accounting concentration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PeopleSoft

Job description

AEP Service Corporation in Canton, OH, is seeking an Accountant II to provide essential accounting support, including journal entries, reconciliations, and close processes. You will gain exposure to complex accounting activities and regulatory reporting while benefiting from training, mentorship, and tuition assistance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Business with Accounting concentration, at least 2 years of experience, strong communication, Excel and Word proficiency; CPA or