Assistant Accounting Manager

Title: Assistant Accounting Manager

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of corporate tax compliance, including the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax filings
• Manage tax provisions and related reporting under ASC 740
• Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain thorough documentation for audit support
• Advise on the accounting and tax implications of key business decisions, including transactions involving debt and fixed assets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and serve as a point of contact for external auditors and consultants on tax-related matters
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Maintain GAAP-compliant accounting records for utility plant assets in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Contribute to rate case preparation and provide relevant accounting documentation or testimony as needed
• Assist in leading system enhancements related to accounting processes, particularly around tax, utility assets, and long-term debt
• Provide mentorship to junior accounting staff and support ongoing professional development within the department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master’s in Taxation a plus
• CPA required
• 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience with significant exposure to corporate tax
• Prior experience in a regulated industry or public company environment preferred
• Utility industry experience and familiarity with regulated rate case processes strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and SEC reporting requirements
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and tax software platforms
• Strong communication, project management, and analytical skills
• Must be comfortable working fully on-site in a collaborative office setting, with some flexibility possible down the line