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Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) · 19 hours ago

Accountant 4

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$84K/yr - $105K/yr

5+ years exp

Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) is an equal opportunity employer seeking an Accountant 4 to perform advanced/diversified professional accounting duties. The role involves resolving system problems, leading projects, developing complex applications, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Research/resolve system problems such as posting from Accounts Payable, Payroll, MIS and CAS to general ledger

Act as Project Leader on large assignments by scheduling, assigning, reviewing/performing the work of lower-level Accountants as needed

Develop/enhance complex personal computer applications for departmental operations and technical analysis such as downloading, forecasting, modeling and sub-ledger design; integrate mainframe accounting and control systems such as position control, on-line budget, closing and general ledger

Verify journal entries and invoices for reimbursable construction projects, overhead rates and other items

Perform federal tax research pertaining to tuition reimbursements, automobile allowance, employee benefits, FICA taxes and other items

Keep abreast of and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards/regulations and the availability of new software applications

Prepare various reports and special studies as required

Perform other duties as directed

Qualification

CPAAccounting experienceAnalytical skillsOrganizational abilityDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Must have 5 years accounting experience with CPA or 8 years accounting experience

Must have a P2 rating for 2 consecutive years as a level III or a P1 rating in last year as a level III

Must have an occupationally significant combination of ability to concentrate for long periods; organizational ability; speed and accuracy in making numerical determinations; memory for detail; analytical skills; and ability to apply principles of accounting, statistics and fiscal management

Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence