prepare and review regulatory filings for FERC, CT and NH state regulatory reports
accounting for CL&P and PSNH revenue and regulatory tracker mechanisms
responsible for working with the budgeting group in the budgeting process and monthly variances to actual
supervise the preparation of (or prepare) journal entries, account reconciliations and performs control activities
ensure detailed information is kept in support of all entries
ensures books and records are complete, accurate and maintained
supervise the preparation of (or prepare) financial variance analysis on assigned companies
supervise the preparation of (or prepare) work papers for, and interfaces with, external financial auditors
supervise the completion of (or prepare) monthly, quarterly and annual reports for state, federal and industry groups
assist Revenue Requirements and Rates departments with distribution rate case, tracker reconciliation, and other formal regulatory filings

Requires knowledge of GAAP
superior spreadsheet modeling skills
superior understanding of accounting system applications
effective written and oral communication skills
superior ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel)
bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or closely related field required
master's level degree and/or CPA designation is preferred
five (5) plus years of experience required, preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment
accounting experience in the utility industry preferred

Senior Staff Accountant

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