Staff Accountant - De Pere, WI

at  Constellation Energy

COMPANY OVERVIEW

As the nation’s largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is a company purposely-built to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. Constellation has been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade and we are growing our company and capabilities. Now, we’re accelerating, speeding our low-carbon or no-carbon power to more people in more places, day and night, providing our customers and communities with options to buy, manage and use energy as part of their decarbonization mission. The race is on to confront the climate crisis and Constellation is ready to meet the challenge. Come join us as we lead energy, together.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
• At least 2 years of related experience
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and understanding of Accounting theory, principles, practices and regulations including FASB/GAAP and SOX compliance
• Understands requirements for documentation in work papers, disclosures and memos demonstrated ability to document a broad range of technical issues
• Demonstrated successful use of technology to improve process efficiency
• Effective teambuilding and leaderships skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Commitment to highest standards of quality and integrity
• Exude a high degree of professionalism and treats others with respect

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA with a concentration in Accounting or Finance

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Staff Accountant role supporting the Constellation retail business, is primarily accounting and compliance related support. This role supports the monthly financial statement close process, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely to support Constellation&rsquos quarterly SEC filings and internal reporting to senior business leaders. Additional compliance related activities include account reconciliations, variance analysis, performance of key financial controls in compliance with SOX, and support of internal and external audits.
Given the data intensive nature of the transactions associated with servicing millions of customers, a key aspect of the role is analysis of data to provide assurance as to the completeness and accuracy of the financial statements, while partnering with Operational colleagues to ensure a seamless experience for the customer. Supporting this continuously evolving industry also provides opportunities for the Staff Accountant to participate in special projects in support of department and business goals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for Business Unit or functional area of responsibility, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances. Consult and liaise with operating unit finance personnel on accounting issues.
• Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.
• Prepare the monthly reporting packages, including analysis of current actual results to prior period actual results for use in internal and external reporting. Assists in the accounting, analysis and budgeting of various accounts in coordination with FP&A.
• Interact with internal and external auditors, Controller’s Group and Business Units as required to accomplish goals.
• Assist, as needed, in special projects and the implementation of changes in FASB/GAAP.