Accountant – Accounting Policy, Research

Consumers Energy

Accountant conducting technical accounting research and reporting for ITC's retirement and benefit plans. Collaborating on complex transactions and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeNovi • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical accounting research, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP, SEC, and FERC standards. Proficient in analyzing complex transactions and implementing new accounting pronouncements while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

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Technical Accounting ResearchFinancial ReportingGAAP ComplianceSarbanes Oxley ComplianceCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Accounting ResearchFinancial Reporting for Retirement PlansShare-Based Compensation AccountingDerivative AccountingContingent Liabilities AccountingLease AccountingComplex Transaction AnalysisActuarial Valuation AssumptionsFASB KnowledgeSEC Authoritative Literature

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationInterpersonal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelFinancial SystemsTechnology Solutions for Accounting

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesSecurities and Exchange CommissionFederal Energy Regulatory CommissionPublic Accounting ExperienceCross-Functional Team Participation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs technical accounting research activities in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requirements.
Helps identify accounting implications in support of regulated businesses as well as development initiatives.
Performs accounting and financial reporting activities for retirement and postretirement benefit plans, share-based compensation accounting, derivative accounting, accounting for contingent liabilities, and other technical accounting areas.
Supports the accounting research function for new transactions, including complex transactions such as leases, financial instruments, consolidations, and joint ventures; documents conclusions in accounting research and policy memoranda.
Participates in the implementation of new accounting pronouncements including participation in cross-functional teams to assess the impact of and implement new accounting guidance.
Performs accounting and financial reporting for retirement and postretirement benefit plans; works as a key team member to develop assumptions for actuarial valuations, coordinates with actuaries, and participates in the preparation and audit of the employee benefit plans.
Performs accounting and financial reporting for other complex technical accounting areas including share-based compensation, derivatives and hedging, contingent liabilities, leases, and others.
Provides support to parent company, Fortis Inc., on complex accounting matters, implementation of new accounting standards, and ITC's accounting policies for various technical areas.
Performs initial review of new contracts to assess financial and accounting implications, including embedded derivatives, and leases to ensure accounting is in accordance with GAAP and FERC standards.
Assists with assessing and implementing technology solutions to support the accounting for complex transactions, as needed.
Supports/coordinates Sarbanes Oxley compliance for certain accounting and research areas.
Supports special projects and ad-hoc requests as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in accounting for Intermediate level.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in accounting for Senior level.
Public accounting experience preferred.
CPA preferred.
Accounting research experience preferred.
Experience with Sarbanes Oxley compliance preferred.
Ability to research and analyze various types of data; highly organized and attentive to detail.
Proficient knowledge of FASB, GAAP, and SEC authoritative literature.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Possesses sound analytical problem-solving skills to resolve complex accounting and other issues.
Above average ability to utilize technology to complete daily assignments.
Above average knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities