Regulated Utilities Accounting Director: Rate Case & ERP

CUC Corporate Brand; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental & life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking an Accounting Director for the Regulated South, hybrid with in-office weekly requirement in West Palm Beach, FL. You will lead accounting for Florida-based regulated entities, ensuring GAAP compliance, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.

The role emphasizes rate case support, capital investment accounting, and finance transformation, including ERP implementation. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• CPA preferred or in process preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong experience in regulated utility accounting (FERC/state regulatory environments).
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close for southern regulated utility entities.
• Oversee accounting for utility plant, depreciation, regulatory assets/liabilities, and cost of service.
• Ensure compliance with FERC accounting, state commissions, and GAAP; maintain documentation and workpapers.
• Support regulatory financial schedules, data requests, and testimony for rate cases.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking an Accounting Director for the Regulated South, hybrid with in-office weekly requirement in West Palm Beach, FL. You will lead accounting for Florida-based regulated entities, ensuring GAAP compliance, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.

The role emphasizes rate case support, capital investment accounting, and finance transformation, including ERP implementation. Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration are essential.