Financial Reporting Analyst II

Financial Reporting Analyst II

Hybrid Remote - Newark, DE

Your role in our success will be:

The Financial Reporting Analyst II plays a critical role in the Company's external financial reporting process, including preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings (Forms 10-Q and 10-K) and quarterly earnings releases. This role is designed for a senior-level professional, ideally from a public accounting background, who has experience leading engagement teams, addressing complex technical accounting matters, and partnering with senior stakeholders.

What you'll be working on:

• Partner with Director of Financial Reporting and cross-functional teams in the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements and related disclosures included in SEC filings, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.
• Take ownership of key components of quarterly and annual reporting deliverables, coordinating inputs from Investor Relations, FP&A, Treasury, and Business Accounting.
• Prepare and review portions of quarterly earnings releases, earnings call scripts, and investor presentations.
• Research, document, and resolve complex technical accounting and reporting matters, including preparation of formal accounting position papers.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with internal and external auditors, managing audit requests and supporting accounting conclusions.
• Support preparation and review of annual employee benefit plan financial statements filed with the Department of Labor.
• Assist with preparation of regulated utility financial statements submitted to regulatory bodies.
• Prepare and review select corporate and intercompany elimination journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain and enhance internal control documentation and support internal audit testing.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead portions of quarterly and annual close workflows and help drive reporting efficiencies.
• Identify and implement process improvements based on public accounting and SEC reporting bestpractices.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Familiarity with Workiva, Blackline, and PowerPlan preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance Required, Master's degree in accounting or finance or MBA preferred
• 3 + years of public accounting experience acting in a senior or in-charge role, leading teams and managing complex accounting matters.
• Regular driver's license
• Licensure/Certification: CPA preferred
• Knowledge: Microsoft Office (primarily Excel and Power Point), familiarity with Workiva, Blackline, Power Plan preferred
• Skills: Strong communication and analytical skills, attention to detail imperative
• Abilities: Ability to operate in fast paced environment with shifting priorities * Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines * Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What's in it for you? Joining the CUC team will get you:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may View email address on click.appcast.io