WGL - Technical Accounting and Policy Manager

Job Summary Performs independent research, evaluation, and documentation of accounting issues; manages and coordinates the update of Finance and Accounting policies and procedures (P&Ps); updates and/or assists with the development of Technical Accounting P&Ps; manages the Finance Department’s quarterly Change Control process; and performs other special projects as needed. Responsibilities Perform the research and evaluation of accounting issues, new business events, transactions, and contracts to assess their impact on the Company’s financial statements, including documenting the accounting and reporting treatment, as needed. Monitor proposed and newly issued Accounting Standards; perform impact assessment, implement, and document the impact on the Company’s financial statements, processes, and procedures. Manage the process to update P&Ps with the various P&P owners and develop and finalize required P&Ps, including updating P&Ps associated with new accounting standards and other Technical Accounting P&Ps. Review the P&Ps issued by the Company’s parent company to identify differences to existing P&Ps and identify P&Ps requiring update. Manage the Finance Department’s Change Control program to identify and report changes throughout the Company that may affect the Company’s financial statements, including training the Finance team members responsible for reporting the changes. Review the quarterly Change Control and Issue Summary report and ensure that all changes and accounting issues identified are appropriately documented by each department, in preparation for review with the Controller and discussion with the external auditors. Identify accounting issues that require further documentation and accounting research. Lead cross‑functional initiatives to improve processes or procedures that impact the Finance department. Develop presentations for executive‑level meetings. Perform other special projects as directed by the Senior Manager, Technical Accounting and Benefits or the Controller. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a business‑related field required; accounting degree preferred. 5+ years preferred, or 4 years with a Master’s degree. CPA required. 3+ years of experience interpreting and assessing technical accounting issues. Experience writing and implementing finance and accounting P&Ps. Experience accessing and manipulating data or information to create formal presentations. Experience analyzing and interpreting data and identifying relevant issues in solving business problems, including evaluating multiple scenarios. Demonstrated understanding of U.S. GAAP and accounting operations. Demonstrated ability to research, interpret, and apply accounting guidelines pursuant to FASB, AICPA, IASB, the SEC, or the FERC accounting and financial reporting requirements. Experience in or knowledge of the regulated energy industry. Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and effective working relationships with business partners, supervisors, and peers. Demonstrated ability to present ideas logically and concisely to diverse audiences at all organizational levels, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to meet numerous and competing internal and external deadlines, often under tight time constraints. Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, for data management, research, analysis, presenting business information, and reporting purposes. Benefits Competitive salary range of $114,700 to $166,450 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Equal Employment Opportunity We value diversity in our workforce and encourage United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply. AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job‑related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For U.S. hires: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching, and a wide array of benefits. These benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending on the specifics of the role. U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr