Accounting Project Manager

Accounting Project Manager

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Accounting Project Manager to lead a large-scale, multi-phase accounting project supporting financial operations within a highly regulated utility environment. This role will oversee complex accounting work related to capital project accounting, project lifecycle tracking, and system optimization across our electric transmission and distribution operations. The ideal candidate has extensive accounting expertise, is a fast learner who can communicate efficiently with senior-level leadership, and proven success managing large projects involving Accounting, Finance, and Data Analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership & Execution: Lead planning, execution, and delivery of a major accounting project impacting utility financial operations, cost recovery, and reporting. Define project scope, milestones, resource needs, and risk mitigation strategies. Partner with leadership to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and business expectations. Develop executive presentations, project dashboards, and progress reports for leadership team.
• Utility Accounting & Financial Expertise: Oversee updates to accounting processes related to: Capital project and work order accounting Transmission and distribution asset accounting AFUDC/CIAC processes Revenue recognition and billing adjustments Mastery of Excel required Ensure all project deliverables adhere to GAAP and internal audit standards. Validate accounting accuracy and data integrity.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 510+ years of accounting experience, ideally within utilities or capital-intensive industries and project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale accounting, finance, or ERP/system projects.
• Knowledge of GAAP, FERC accounting, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.
• Strong analytical abilities and proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred Experience in the electric utility sector or highly regulated environments. Background with capital project accounting, work order management, or asset accounting. Advanced Excel and data modeling skills. Effective Communications, well organized and ability to multitask CPA, CMA, PMP, or related certifications.