External Reporting Accountant

Entergy; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Entergy seeks an Accountant (III, Lead, or Senior Lead) to perform SEC financial reporting, including Form 10-K and 10-Q, and to lead or support external reporting such as FERC reporting and benefits disclosures. The candidate will analyze complex statements and ensure compliance with US GAAP.

The role also involves researching accounting issues, interacting with external auditors, supporting bond offerings and transactional carve-outs, and contributing to Entergy’s external reporting

Qualifications

• Experience with preparation of SEC financial statements and disclosures preferred
• US GAAP knowledge and financial statement analysis required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience coordinating with external auditors and regulators preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform SEC and other external financial reporting, including preparation of SEC Form 10-K/10-Q, FERC Form 1/3Q, and other reports filed with SEC and regulators.
• Research accounting and SEC reporting issues, monitor rule-making and industry guidance.
• Prepare, analyze, and review complex financial statements ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Participate in internal financial systems projects and evaluate accounting implications of strategic initiatives.
• Strive for process efficiency while maintaining quality through automation and improvements.
• Coordinate with external auditors on audit and reporting issues.
• Support bond offerings, regulatory filings, and transaction initiatives such as carve-out financials.

Skills

SEC reporting

US GAAP

Financial analysis

Strong communication

Project management

Accounting knowledge

External reporting

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

MBA (preferred)

Job description

PS Job Title

Accountant

Work Place Flexibility

Hybrid

Legal Entity

Entergy Services, LLC

• This position may be filled as an Accountant III, Lead, or Sr Lead depending on the candidate's background and experience.***

• This position may be filled as an Accountant III, Lead, or Sr Lead depending on the candidate's background and experience.***

Job Summary/Purpose

The Accountant (III, Lead, or Senior Lead) will perform SEC financial reporting, including Form 10-K and 10-Q, and lead or support other external financial reporting, including FERC financial reporting, benefits reporting and other miscellaneous financial reporting. Additionally, this position will perform research on accounting and SEC disclosure issues and work with external auditors on audit and reporting issues. This position will also support Entergy’s strategic initiatives from an External Reporting perspective.

Job Duties/Responsibilitires

• Perform SEC and other external financial reporting, including preparation of SEC Form 10-K/10-Q, FERC Form 1/3Q, and other financial reports filed with the SEC and other regulatory authorities.
• Perform research on accounting and SEC reporting issues, including active monitoring of rule-makings and industry guidance.
• Prepare, analyze, and review complex financial statements, identifying risks and ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP.
• Participate on internal financial systems projects, evaluation of accounting and financial implications of strategic initiatives,
• Proactively strive for process efficiency while maintaining or increasing quality through automation and continuous improvement.
• Work with external auditors on audit and other reporting issues.
• Support bond offerings, regulatory filings, and transaction initiatives such as the preparation of carve-out financials.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education and experience required of the position

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred. 3+years of relevant work experience is required.

Minimum Experience Required Of The Position

• Accountant III: 3+ years of business experience in accounting or related fields.
• Accountant Lead: 5+ years of business experience in accounting or related fields.
• Accountant, Sr. Lead: 8+years of business experience in accounting or related field

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required Of The Position

• Experience with preparation of SEC financial statements and disclosures preferred
• Utility accounting experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Technical knowledge of accounting
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple and frequently changing priorities
• Working knowledge of the FERC Uniform System of Accounts preferred
• Ability to effectively coordinate with other departments/functions

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc. Required Of The Position

• CPA desired

WORKING CONDITIONS

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans

Job Function: Corporate

FLSA Status: Professional

Relocation Option: Level II

Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings: 2

Req ID: 124353

PS Job Title: Accountant

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility

Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

Please note

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.