Lead Accountant

Lead Accountant

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Business, Accounting, or related field. Preferred
• Certification Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation Preferred
• 8 years of experience in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a resource for others on more complex accounting or regulatory issues and disclosures, financial and performance issues, policies, and inquiries.
• Applies in-depth skills and broad knowledge to determine and communicate root causes and trends and makes recommendations necessary to meet performance objectives.
• Leads research and implementation of regulatory and GAAP accounting requirements.
• Keeps fully informed of current developments in the accounting field, industry, regulations, and company procedures as these apply to assigned work areas and the department in general.
• Uses technically advanced analysis of actual financial results compared to budget, forecast, outlook, and prior periods. Advocates for and supports change and assists the team in developing creative solutions to simplify and streamline finance activities.
• Reviews work of other department staff for accuracy, completeness, and quality.
• May assist in the coordination, development, preparation, and review of internal accounting reports, monthly operations data, and analytical work related to accounting activities.
• May assist in preparing communications internally and externally to investors and board of directors.
• Assists in the performance, development, and maintenance of internal controls that ensure proper, accurate, and timely recording of transactions and protection of assets.
• May maintain the general ledger and other accounting-related duties for assigned legal entities or business segments.
• Engage in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and help deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive/advanced knowledge of accounting principles, theories, practices, and procedures of the utility industry.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Knowledge of common accounting software applications preferred.
• Demonstrated solid project management concepts and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects to successful completion.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.
• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and skills.