Sr Accountant

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an SENIOR ACCOUNTANT for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier UTILITY clients in SAN JOSE, CA, CLINTON, CT, ROCKPORT, ME or NEW BRAUNFELS, TX .
Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for delivering excellent service to our customers and shareholders by performing a wide variety of tasks associated with the completion and maintenance of the Company's financial systems and reports. The Senior Accountant will assist in the preparation of balance sheets and income statement analysis for senior management

Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of books and the reconciliation of balance sheet accounts, corrections, and journal entries.
• Prepares a variety of financial reports, including annual reports, the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, and various other agencies.
• Assists in the preparation of the quarterly variance and account analysis reports for external audit firm.
• Assists in the preparation of the External Auditor & Sarbanes-Oxley work papers concerning quarter and year-end information. Provides support for ongoing audit and SOX requirements.
• Assists in the implementation of software upgrades as needed or as requested by Management, such as general ledger (JD Edwards) or property accounting (PowerPlan) software.
• Prepares and reviews journal entries, which may include maintenance of certain recurring entries, indexed computation entries, and compilation of utility/regulatory accounting entries.
• Support treasury, budget and rate case processes.
• Assist in the maintenance of the chart of accounts for all companies.
• Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and procedures
• Experience in Utility Accounting preferred
• Knowledge of the principles and procedures of financial record keeping and reporting
• Skill in making arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy
• Preparing net, clear, accurate and concise reports and correspondence
• Ability to utilize a personal computer and current applications of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software programs
• Experience in Account software (JD Edward and PowerPlan) a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting required
• Master Degree in Business Administration a plus
• CPA certification is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience required

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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