Financial Reporting Accountant

AEP; Idaho; Remote; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP is looking for a financial reporting professional responsible for preparing accurate financial statements and reports. The role involves assisting in SEC filings, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 2-4 years of relevant experience. AEP offers competitive benefits and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Discretionary annual incentive

401(k)

Pension

Health insurance

Vacation

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of accounting/reporting experience.
• Working towards CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of SEC and other financial reports.
• Perform analytical review of financial data.
• Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control processes.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Microsoft applications

Business reporting tools

Job description

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements and other reports on a quarterly and annual basis for various AEP legal entities, including SEC registrants. Also responsible for the preparation of various internal management reports and other supporting tasks, such as the creation of journal entries, participating in monthly closing process, or participating in monthly consolidation process.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in the preparation of SEC and other financial reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Form 1, and 3Q.
2. Assist in the preparation of journal entries to support consolidation process and financial statement preparation process.
3. Assist in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data for internal and external customers.
4. Perform analytical review of financial data.
5. Comprehend complex accounting theory.
6. Interpret and apply accounting regulations and pronouncements.
7. Keep abreast and stay informed of the latest rules, regulations, and reporting requirements of the SEC, FASB, and FERC.
8. Assist in the Edgar and XBRL processes required for SEC filings.
9. Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control processes.
10. Assist in cultivating positive business relationships between financial reporting and AEP business partners.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, or business with a concentration in accounting.
• Work Experience: Two to four years of accounting/reporting experience.
• Preferred Certification: Working towards CPA certification.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Physical demand level is Sedentary.
• Competency in written and oral communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Experience with business reporting tools preferred.
• Detail-oriented with a logical approach to objectives and issue resolution.
• Ability to promote a positive team culture.

Salary and Benefits:

Initial position / base salary funding: approximately $62,000 - $77,000/year.

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

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Compensation Data:

Grade: SP20-005

Range: $61,647.00 - $77,057.50 USD

The physical demand level for this job is Sedentary, involving sitting most of the time with occasional walking or standing.

American Electric Power (AEP) is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.