Accountant I - Fixed Assets

Career Opportunity

Accountant I - Fixed Assets

Location: Hybrid based in DE or FL

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Your role in our success:

This position is responsible for performing General Ledger Accounting and Sub-ledger duties related to Fixed Assets and Capital for Company business units. Duties include but not limited to: Ensuring accuracy of the Sub-ledger, Recording journal entries, Performing accounting reconciliations, Preparing account analysis, Providing accounting along with financial reporting and other operation specific information. The position resides in a Fixed Asset Shared Services Department and provides support to the entire Chesapeake Utilities Corporation enterprise.

What you'll be working on:

• Maintain and perform accounting financials in Power Plan Fixed Asset ERP System designed to accommodate Regulatory and Non-Regulatory Energy businesses
• Develop solid understanding of Utility Accounting, GAAP, and SOX Controls as practiced by Chesapeake Utility Corporation. Provide guidance to the corporation on Fixed Asset Policies and Procedures.
• Generation of timely and accurate monthly financial statements (generate journal entries, issues resolution and review of financial statements with comments on variances prior to close)
• Generate monthly account reconciliations (review G/L, research, verify and document)
• Analysis of monthly financial Capital results and review with business unit management (variance review and documentation)
• Assist the rate department in regulatory filings (date collection, worksheet generation, other support)
• Assist with business units annual budget process and periodic forecast projections
• Identify areas in current process and procedures for improvement (draft recommendation for review with manager prior to implementation)
• Accounting liaison with operation personnel to answer question and resolve issues that are Fixed Asset related.
• Various financial reporting and other monthly task related to the providing accounting services for a specific company

Who you are:

• Accounting degree and/or certification or other similar education and experience skills to perform fixed asset and capital account activities.
• Advanced level of Excel worksheet skills
• Ability to work well with others and communicate with others if an effective manner,
• Ability to work in remote environment.
• One to three years related experience.

Where you'll be working:

• Hybrid remote working environment

What's in it for you:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com