Sr Technical Accountant

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Sr Technical Accountant

Des Moines, IA, United States

The senior technical accountant prepares financial and business-related analyses and research in areas such as financial reporting, revenue and expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital and investment. Responsibilities include preparing forecasts and analyzing trends in sales, finance, general business conditions and other related areas; assisting in the development of business policies, conducting special financial and business-related studies and working with other departments in the preparation of analyses.

Directly or indirectly supervises other positions within the accounting organization.

Report, analyze and interpret financial, regulatory and operating data for management and corporate functions. Such reporting analysis and interpretation may include product margin, cost analysis, profitability analysis, regional geographic assessments, pricing analysis and any other ad hoc analysis of interest to management and business unit leaders. Develop, implement and update effective financial and operational information systems to meet both current reporting needs and future requirements.

Provide the financial and operational areas with timely, accurate and meaningful information allowing them to better manage their areas of responsibility. Present results of research and analyses and provide recommendations in written and verbal presentation formats. Use personal computer-based systems and software to compile and prepare reports, graphs and charts of data developed to include in the presentations. Compile and prepare information for regulatory filings and financial reporting.

Prepare testimony, exhibits and data requests related to energy adjustment clauses. Prepare credit reviews on current and prospective electric transmission customers in accordance with company's posted credit policies and any criteria mandated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Responsible for special projects, developing appropriate financial models as necessary. Represent the company before regulatory authorities in administrative proceedings regarding capital structure and weighted average cost of capital.

Plan, conduct and supervise assignments for accountants, senior accountants and technical accountants in order to enhance co‑workers knowledge and skills. Review progress and evaluate results. Assist with the performance appraisal process and hiring of staff positions. Supervise, either directly or indirectly, accounting assistants, accountants and technical accountants; provide technical leadership to staff. Participate/lead committees and task forces dealing with financial, regulatory and accounting issues facing the company or business units.

Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning. Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting.
• MBA or CPA preferred.
• Six or more years work experience in accounting with emphasis in financial or regulatory reporting and financial analysis.
• Superior research and analytical skills with experience in financial and regulatory analyses.
• Leadership skills to provide guidance, direction, orientation and instruction.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to develop and conduct presentations.
• Strong project management skills; the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Strong personal computer skills; proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, DB2 and PowerPoint; demonstrated ability to understand and utilize computer systems and applications for analysis.

Mid American Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power‑generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.

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