Accountant Staff I & II

SUMMARY Provides professional accounting support for STP to ensure that the financial effects of the Company's operations are accurately recorded in a timely manner in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and in compliance with regulatory, state and federal requirements. Receives, researches and responds to written, oral or telephone requests for accounting, financial or tax information from sources either internal or external to the company. EDUCATION Bachelors degree (Required) in Accounting (Preferred). Masters degree in Accounting, Certified PublicAccountant (CPA), or qualified to sit for CPA exam (Preferred).EXPERIENCE Staff I: 0 - 2 Years full-time experience (Required)Staff II: 2 Years + full-time experience acquired in a broad range of operations such as Accounting, SOX, Project Controls, Budgeting, Finance, etc., Public Utility and 'Big Four' or other public accounting experience (Required)Note: Staff Accountant level is subject to experience, performance, and/or management discretion.LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS Certified Public Accountant (Preferred) ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures that the financial effects of the Company's operations are accurately recorded in a timely manner inaccordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and in compliance with regulatory, state and federal requirements.Creates, updates and controls contents of accounting files. Creates, maintains and distributes accounting documents, manuals, charts, lists, guides and forecasts. Reviews, analyzes and reconciles account balances/activity; prepares variances analysis and projections. Analyzes information and collects and cross-references supporting documentation to prepare (manually or electronically) accountingschedules, documents, reports, and/or journal entries; prepares memorandums or other written correspondence as needed. Provides information, reports, and forms to auditors, shareholders, various governmental agencies, and otheroutside organizations; ensures proper retention of company records.Receive, research and respond to written, oral or telephone requests for accounting, financial or tax information from sources either internal or external to the company. Research accounting, tax and regulatory issues and corporate policies & develop appropriate recommendationsOTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Accept ERO position as needed. Accept outage position as needed. Comply with NRC Fatigue Rules, STP policies and procedures, Accounting policies and guides and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. SPECIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access. Strong knowledge of Accounting Theory and Principles. Ability to read and interpret accounting codes and tax laws. Good analytical skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality. Ability and flexibility to adapt to new situations, exercise sound judgement and work independently. WORKING CONDITIONS Overtime and alternate work schedules as needed. Subject to callouts twenty-four hours per day seven days per week.Travel may be required. Normal office environment.May be required to carry a phone. Posting Closes August 1, 2019