Prepare and review journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and assist with balance sheet reviews and detailed account analysis.
Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, including variance analysis and financial integrity checks.
Assist in preparing FERC financial reports and GAAP financial statements, including footnotes and MD&A.
Support internal management reporting and respond to auditor data requests.
Provide analysis and support for regulatory filings and proceedings.
Develop and cultivate positive business relationships between Accounting and other AEP business partners.
Proactively assess, develop and enhance processes and procedures on a continuous basis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with an Accounting concentration
2 years of accounting experience required (Accountant II Only)
Strong understanding of GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements
CPA or progress towards certification preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft products and familiarity with ERP systems
Peoplesoft experience a plus
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Continuous improvement mindset with competencies in Adaptability, Flexibility, Creativity and Initiative.

Benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

journal entriesgeneral ledger account reconciliationsvariance analysisfinancial integrity checksFERC financial reportsGAAP financial statementsregulatory filingsaccount analysiscompliance with Sarbanes-Oxleyaccounting experience

Soft Skills

analytical mindsetattention to detailability to manage multiple prioritiesmeet deadlinesexcellent communicationcollaboration skillscontinuous improvement mindsetadaptabilityflexibilitycreativity

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA or progress towards certification