Senior Accountant - Hybrid

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Alliant Energy has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join our Accounting department.
This position is flexible and can report out of either Madison, WI or our Cedar Rapids, IA office.
In this position you will perform complex accounting work requiring in-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or regulatory accounting.
You will be responsible for the accounting operations of key utility business areas including execution of accounting close responsibilities, data analysis and report preparation.
We are seeking someone that has a desire to learn, has strong analytical skills, and experience with or desire to learn technology and tools to continuously simplify and improve our work.
You must be detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Job Responsibilities.
Coordinates accounting processes, procedures and reporting or develops accounting schedules, analyzes account balances and analyzes and maintains accounting records in accordance with GAAP and company procedures.
Maintains the general ledger and prepares financial statements and related reports/analyses and other accounting related duties for assigned functional areas or business segments.
Under general direction, analyzes and reviews variances in financial results from budget and prior periods.
Works on problems that are substantially varied, complex and broad in nature to facilitate continuous improvement and identify new ways of utilizing existing resources when preparing source input, parameter tables, and other details of the financial accounting system, financial reports and other accounting related reports.
Relies on experience to apply independent judgment when making recommendations for accounting adjustments, procedural changes and compliance with company procedures and various federal, state and local regulations in all areas.
Leads responses to requests from regulatory bodies for accounting information and providing financial information to support regulatory and other audits.
Reviews work by Accountant I and Accountant II team members for accuracy and completeness.
Leads research and implementation of regulatory and GAAP accounting requirements.
Keeps fully advised of current developments in the accounting field, industry, regulations and Company procedures as they apply to assigned work areas and the department in general.
Advocates for change including assisting the team in developing creative solutions to simplify and streamline finance activities.
Assists in the performance, development and maintenance of internal controls that ensure proper, accurate, and timely recording of transactions and protection of assets.
Required Qualifications: 5 years of accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
Experience working with ERP systems, accounting subledger systems, power query, power Bi and RPA automation.
Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, theories, practices, and procedures of the utility industry.
Knowledge of common accounting software applications and tools preferred.
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Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace.
Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.
com.