Associate Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

11/20/2024

Locations: Berlin, Connecticut

Our Team

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Corporate Accounting team as an Associate Accountant.  In this critical entry-level role, you will be responsible for the preparation of financial data for Eversource.  This includes assisting with month-end and year-end matters, as well as compliance and other financial responsibilities.

The role is based in Berlin, CT.

Essential Functions

• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the Eversource accounting function.

• Handles monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.

• Prepares the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

• Performs accounting control activities including account reconciliations, journal entries and close-out reviews.

• Assists with closing activities.  Prepares journal entries for accounts, reviews, and reconciles general ledger accounts, analyzes variances.

• Investigates and resolves outstanding items.

• Performs responsibilities associated with the coordination of financial reports to comply with federal and state regulation.  This includes FERC Form 1, 3Q and 60, and various state commission supplemental reports and schedules.

• Assists in the interpretation of new regulations and orders relative to accounting matters.  This includes the assignment of new FERC accounts in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulation, Chart of Accounts, and relevant accounting policy standards.

• Maintains the integrity of accounting information in the system and adjusts as needed.

Technical Knowledge/Skills

• Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory

• Strong knowledge of functional accounting practices and procedures

• Good analytical skills

• Good oral and written communication skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.    

Experience     

• 1 – 3+ years of related accounting experience preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment                  

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.

• Our hybrid working program is first 90 days in the office then hybrid

Compensation and Benefits

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.  The annual salary range for this position starts at $61,880.00 to $68,7500.00, plus incentive.  Salary is commensurate with your experience.  Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.