Manager Accounting II

Important Application Submission InformationIn order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Thursday, September 24, 2026More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.Job SummaryThe purpose of the Manager Accounting II position is to manage and develop a team of individuals who perform tasks associated with the company’s accounting close and financial reporting processes. In this role, the Manager Accounting II is responsible for ensuring that the accounting impacts of the company’s business activities and transactions are understood and properly recorded to the general ledger, and that such accounting impacts and related variances to budget and prior year results, if applicable, are clearly explained and properly presented in internal and/or external financial reports as needed. The Manager Accounting II is also responsible for ensuring that the team, including the outsourced team, performs its tasks in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with published deadlines while strictly adhering to company policies and controls. The role is critical to support Fuel Inventory and Settlements across the organization, ensuring timely payment of fuel and accurate recordkeeping utilizing Comtrac and CXL systems. The Manager Accounting II will support the development of the team and work closely with offshore accounting personnel from our partnership with E&Y. This Manager Accounting II role will promote continuous process improvement, drive efficiencies, and lead by example through embracing and exemplifying Duke’s values. The role is a single contact for Rates, FP&A, Treasury, and other organizations on any and all accounting matters related to the business they support.ResponsibilitiesAccounting Close Process: Understand assigned responsibilities, relevant GAAP and FERC accounting guidance, and operational matters that affect the accounting cycleReview month-end deliverables (primarily journal entries)Review account reconciliationsWork with the appropriate parties to resolve accounting issues as they ariseEnsure SOX control structure is in place and monitored with respect to the close processPrepare or review documentation for accounting conclusions on accounting mattersEnsure strict adherence to closing deadlinesFinancial Reporting Process: Review monthly internal financial reports as assignedReview quarterly SEC and FERC financial reports, including supporting schedulesReview periodic state regulatory financial reportsEnsure SOX control structure is in place and monitored with respect to the reporting processWork with independent auditors on annual audited financial statementsWork with the appropriate parties to resolve issues as they ariseOther: Develop and coach internal staff, and foster knowledge sharing with the dedicated offshore teamSupport regulatory filing efforts including rate cases and rider filings for retail businessSupport fuel audits and data requestsLead and/or participate in efficiency and process improvement effortsAssist with special projects (e.g., new revenue recognition and lease standards)Research regulatory matters and related impactsBasic/Required QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, or other related degreeEight (8) years related work experiencePreferred QualificationsPrior Big 4 or other public accounting experiencePrior experience with rate filings (e.g., preparing, interpreting, and/or accounting for base rate, fuel, rider, and deferral request filings)Experience with Peoplesoft and OneStream Knowledge of FIHUB Cube reportingExperience in preparing FERC annual and quarterly reportsExperience in an accounting research role; writing accounting position papersCPA licenseKnowledge of regulated utility accounting and ratemaking principlesFamiliarity with FERC chart of accountsExtensive experience with accounting systems/applicationsDemonstrated ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to pertinent business issuesEffective interpersonal skills, team orientedDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organizationProven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyProven ability to delegate, lead a team, and develop talentHistory of high-quality work in an accounting environment dealing with rigorous reporting and closing deadlinesDemonstrated ability to drive process efficiency improvementsWorking ConditionsHybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period, with a requirement of at least 3 days in the office. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to the designated Duke Energy facility. Reliable, consistent transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at the applicable facility.Professional office environment job using a personal computer. Will have to work long hours upon occasion and may need to travel periodically within regional territory (<5%). #LI-BM1#LI-HybridTravel Requirements5-15%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNo. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.PrivacyDo Not Sell My Personal Information (CA)Terms of UseAccessibilitySummaryLocation: Charlotte, NCType: Full time