Senior Accountant – Financial Reporting & Budgeting

Aqua America, Inc.; Boardman Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua America, Inc. is recruiting for an Accountant III to maintain the general ledger, analyze accounts, and support budgeting and financial reporting. The role involves close processes, journal entries, and collaboration with state management to understand financial results.

Qualified candidates will have a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance with 4–6 years of relevant experience; CPA is preferred. This on-site position offers growth opportunities within Essential Utilities' multi-state footprint.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 4-6 years of related experience.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes monthly results to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Prepares and posts journal entries to record and/or make accruals and adjustments as needed.
• Ensures the accuracy of general ledgers for subsidiary companies.
• Assists in the monthly, quarterly and annual close of the financial books and records.
• Reconciles and analyzes balance sheet accounts to ensure proper recording of cash, receivables, payables, and other financial data.
• Prepares operating budget and monitors performance against budget.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aqua America, Inc. is recruiting for an Accountant III to maintain the general ledger, analyze accounts, and support budgeting and financial reporting. The role involves close processes, journal entries, and collaboration with state management to understand financial results.

Qualified candidates will have a BA/BS in Accounting or Finance with 4–6 years of relevant experience; CPA is preferred. This on-site position offers growth opportunities within Essential Utilities' multi-state footprint.