Accounting Analyst Ann Arbor, MI

NorthStar Clean Energy Company

Ann Arbor, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Business Administration, Content Management Systems (CMS), Data Analysis, Data Sets, Diversity, Energy Management, Establish Priorities, Expense Analysis, External Audit, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Maintain Compliance, Management Reporting, Microsoft Office, Natural Gas, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Reconciliation, Regulations, Research Skills, Risk, SAP, Service Delivery, Sustainability, Team Player, Time Management, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Ann Arbor, MI
POSTED
1 day ago

NorthStar Clean Energy decarbonizes the economy by providing clean energy and carbon management solutions to utility, municipal, commercial, and industrial customers enabling them to meet their sustainability and business goals. Additionally, we own and operate natural gas assets throughout the United States. To learn more about NorthStar Clean Energy, please visit www.northstarcleanenergy.com.This position is with NorthStar Clean Energy, a CMS Energy company, and is not a position of employment with Consumers Energy.The Accounting Analyst oversees provision of general/sub ledgers, records, and financial reports, the preparation and analysis of different accounts, and the performance of general accounting functions. They will assist in maintaining accounting compliance by conducting research; reviewing data and assist with the preparing of GAAP and management reporting by analyzing and providing information. Identifies and resolves variances between the company's system of record and subledger. The Accounting Analyst analyzes expenditures to validate appropriateness of charges. They will work closely with other teams, including Shared Service, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Operations, Risk, IT, Internal Controls external auditors and others as necessary.Duties & Responsibilities:Assists in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements and management reportsMaintains and Tests internal controls, performs Budgeting and forecasting, Maintains Master Data, and Performs Revenue and Cost AccountingOther duties as assigned or may be necessaryPerforms account reconciliations and Balance Sheet variance analysis for assigned accounts; contributes to the financial reporting process through preparation of schedules supporting disclosures.Performs the processing of month end close to ensure accurate financial records and timely preparation of the financial statements.Prepares ad hoc reporting as needed to support research, studies, surveys and other ad hoc requestProcesses transactions to manage the lease process, overhead allocations and other accounting transactionsProvides accounting guidance utilizing general accepted accounting principles(GAAP) and regulatory resources to direct proper charging of expendituresRecords monthly and non-recurring general ledger entriesReviews accounts for proper set up and analyzes expenditures to validate the appropriateness of charging.Reviews general ledger (G/L) to ensure all activity is properly recorded and general account analysis and reconciliations.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Ability to obtain and use large data sets to analyze and solve problemsAble to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while adhering to deadlinesHighly proficient in Microsoft Office programsKnowledge and understanding of accounting software (i.e., SAP)Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and principlesStrong analytical skills and problem solving.Position Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related discipline required2+ years Experience in accounting; working with general ledgers and financial reports requiredWhy should you join our team?At NorthStar Clean Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.What we offer:Competitive compensation packagesMedical, Dental and Vision401k with company matchPaid parental leaveUp to 13 paid HolidaysPaid time offEducational Assistance ProgramDiversity, Equity & Inclusion:We, at NorthStar Clean Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women's Advisory Panel (WAP), Women's in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capable, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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NorthStar Clean Energy Company