Senior Accountant — GAAP, Close & Reporting

Aqua America, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua America, Inc., an Essential Utilities company, is seeking an Accountant III in Bryn Mawr, PA to maintain the general ledger, analyze expense and balance sheet accounts, and assist with monthly, quarterly and annual closes.

You will review accounts payable and payroll entries, prepare journal entries, support budgeting and financial reporting, and collaborate with state management to explain results. CPA preferred and 3–5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3-5 years of related accounting experience.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyzes monthly results to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Prepares and posts journal entries to record 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.
• Prepares operating budgets and monitors performance against budget.
• Completes sales tax, business privilege tax filings and assists in tax work papers.

Skills

MS Office suite

Communication skills

Under pressure work

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

3-5 years experience

CPA preferred

Job description

Aqua America, Inc., an Essential Utilities company, is seeking an Accountant III in Bryn Mawr, PA to maintain the general ledger, analyze expense and balance sheet accounts, and assist with monthly, quarterly and annual closes.

You will review accounts payable and payroll entries, prepare journal entries, support budgeting and financial reporting, and collaborate with state management to explain results. CPA preferred and 3–5 years of related experience.