Consumers Energy · 15 hours ago
Senior Accounting Analyst
Ann Arbor, MI
Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $35/hr
4+ years expConsumers Energy is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to support the monthly financial close process. The role involves preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and providing analytical support to management for decision-making.
Utilities
Responsibilities
Prepares, reviews, and posts monthly journal entries to the general ledger in accordance with GAAP and company policies
Assists in the timely and accurate completion of month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities to ensure accurate financial records and timely preparation of financial statements
Works closely with business partners to gather necessary data for accruals and adjustments and ensures items are reconciled in a timely manner in accordance with internal control standards
Manages complex transactions such as lease accounting, overhead allocations/study, cost accounting, and other accounting transactions to ensure all activity is properly and timely recorded within the financial statements
Prepares and records monthly and non-recurring general ledger entries to ensure all activity is properly recorded in accordance with financial policies and procedures (including O&M vs. capital)
Performs balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and proper supporting documentation
Analyzes financial results and prepares variance explanation comparing actual results to budget and forecast
Supports audits by providing requested schedules, explanations, and documentation
Supports Budget process by providing administrative expense detail and updating allocations. Prepares complex ad hoc reporting as needed to support research, studies, surveys and other ad hoc requests
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Working knowledge and experience applying GAAP
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines during peak close periods
High attention to detail and data accuracy
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and at least 4-7 years' of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Strongly prefer working knowledge of SAP
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)
Company
Consumers Energy
We are Consumers Energy, Michigan’s energy provider and the career destination for driven professionals serious about service.
Founded in 1886Jackson, Mississippi, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Garrick Rochow
President & CEO – CMS & Consumers Energy
Jennifer Kennedy
CEO Communications and Strategic Events
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