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Be the light to help us keep our customers connected.  If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company.

We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it for more than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead.  

Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do. 

Tampa Electric is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations. 

Manages technical accounting activities and supports the consistent application of generally accepting accounting principles (GAAP) for Tampa Electric Company and other TECO Energy operating companies.  Additionally, this position will be responsible for managing the SOX compliance activities of the company. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Conduct technical accounting research and prepare accounting memorandums concluding on the proper application of US GAAP for material contracts and transactions. 
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting and reporting standards, including appropriate involvement of operating companies.  Assist in coordinating implementation of Emera (Parent Company) accounting policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the oversight of SOX compliance processes and control design. This position does not focus on the testing of controls. However, the position is responsible for the coordination of an annual risk assessment exercise, review of key processes, identification of control gaps and evaluation of control deficiencies as applicable. 
• Support the preparation of TECO Energy monthly, quarterly, and annual management financial reports, forecasts and budgets for management. 
• Manage the performance of the external financial audit and play a key role in the day-to-day interaction with the external audit team. 
• Provide oversight and task direction over two staff members who will report directly to this position.
• Manage the preparation and issuance of the FERC Form I and the 3Q form regulatory filings. 
• As needed assist in quarter-end financial statement preparation process, including preparation of certain footnotes for inclusion in Tampa Electric Forms 10-K and 10-Q and TECO Energy Annual Financial Statements, preparation of related information requests for Emera financial reporting requirements, and review of the Forms 10-K, 10-Q and TECO Energy Annual Financial Statements for compliance with GAAP and SEC regulations.  

QUALIFICATIONS
Education 
Required:     Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a regionally accredited college/university 
Preferred:     Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration from a regionally accredited college/university 

Licenses/Certifications 
Required:     Certified Public Accountant

Related Experience 
Required:     Minimum of 5 years public accounting or minimum of 7 years of related accounting financial experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required: 

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP requirements is required in areas such as lease accounting, business combinations, derivatives and revenue recognition. 
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance framework and experience with controls evaluations and design. 
• Experienced with the preparation and presentation of technical accounting memorandums. 
• Demonstrated ability to proficiently assimilate, comprehend, and become skilled in complex concepts 

Preferred:

• Knowledge of utilities regulatory accounting (ASC 980). 

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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.