Title: Accountant (1, 2 or Senior) 
Company: Tampa Electric Company 
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT

The Regulatory Accounting Accountant is responsible for regulatory accounting and reporting functions, including, but not limited to: journal entries, account reconciliations, regulatory reporting, budget and forecasting, audit requests, account analysis and special projects as needed.

Advancement in Progression

Advancement to a higher level is based on value added to the Company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments.  Advancement is not automatic, i.e. based solely on time in the job, but will be based on the employee’s performance, qualifications, and the technical needs of the department.

Job Level 1:    ACCOUNTANT I 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare journal entries
• Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts
• Prepare reports filed with regulatory agencies including FERC, EIA and FPSC
• Contribute to department month-end closeout responsibilities 
• Prepare account analysis and research account variances
• Contribute to the preparation of budgets and forecasts
• Assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects
• Assist with the preparation of data requests during rate cases and audits

QUALIFICATIONS
Education 

• Required:    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited university or college.
  • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or financial-related field will be accepted in lieu of the Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

Related Experience 

• Required:    No financial work experience is required, but it is preferred
• Preferred:    One or more years of financial work experience with regulated utility accounting experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA) 

• Required:    Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Self-motivated and detail oriented; strong analytical skills; organized 
• Preferred:    Knowledge of software/systems such as SAP, Power Plant and Allegro

Job Level 2:    ACCOUNTING ANALYST
POSITION CONCEPT 
Same as above, with increasing complexity and with a higher level of contribution

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and peer review journal entries
• Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts
• Prepare and peer review reports filed with regulatory agencies including FERC, EIA and FPSC
• Coordinate month-end closeout responsibilities with outside departments
• Prepare account analysis and research account variances
• Prepare and peer review budgets and forecasts
• Create ad hoc reports and contribute to special projects
• Provide data as requested during rate cases and audits

QUALIFICATIONS
Education 

• Required:    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited university or college.
  • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or financial-related field will be accepted in lieu of the Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

Licenses/Certifications 

• Preferred:    CPA preferred 

Related Experience 

• Required:    Minimum of 2 years of financial work experience 
• Preferred:    Minimum of two or more years of financial work experience with regulated utility accounting experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA) 

• Required:    
  • Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP;
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented with advanced analytical and organizational skills; works with minimal supervision and performs well in a deadline driven environment.
  • The ability to engage professionally with leadership and internal/external constituents.
  • Demonstrates judgement and identifies potential process improvements.
• Preferred:    
  • Advanced knowledge of with software/systems such as SAP, BPC, Power Plant and Allegro.

 
Job Level 3:    ACCOUNTING ANALYST SENIOR

POSITION CONCEPT 
Same as above, with increasing complexity and with a higher level of contribution

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and peer review complex journal entries
• Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts
• Prepare and peer review reports filed with regulatory agencies including FERC, EIA and FPSC
• Coordinate month-end closeout responsibilities with outside departments
• Prepare complex account analysis and research account variances
• Prepare and peer review budgets and forecasts
• Create ad hoc reports and initiate special projects
• Independently handles data requests during rate cases and audits

QUALIFICATIONS
Education 

• Required:    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited university or college
  • Masters in Accounting, Finance, or financial-related field will be accepted in lieu of the Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.

Licenses/Certifications 

• Preferred:    CPA preferred 

Related Experience 

• Required:    Minimum of 5 years of financial work experience 
• Preferred:    Five or more years of financial work experience with regulated utility accounting experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA) 

• Required:    
  • Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and regulatory FERC accounting;
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office with a focus on Microsoft Excel;
  • Self-motivated and detail oriented with advanced analytical and organizational skills;
  • Works independently with little to no supervision and performs well in a deadline driven environment.
  • The ability to professionally engage with senior leadership and internal/external constituents on a frequent basis.
  • Demonstrates good judgement and executes process improvements.
• Preferred:    
  • Proficiency with software/systems such as SAP, BPC, Power Plant and Allegro.

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TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.