Accountant, Financial Reporting

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Accountant to join the Financial & Support Services division. At OUC, we don't just work - we're building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We're looking for a detail‑driven accounting professional who enjoys owning key financial processes and contributing to a stable, supportive finance team. In this role, you'll manage essential parts of our month‑end close, including pre‑close activities and the first five days of the cycle, while maintaining accurate CAPEX and fixed‑asset records. You'll prepare reconciliations, research variances, manage work orders, and support ad‑hoc projects that keep our operations running smoothly.

You'll work independently while collaborating closely with Budget, HR, Benefits, Customer Service, and Operations.

This role is a great fit for a proactive communicator who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and delivering reliable financial insights. If you value meaningful work, variety in your day, and being part of a stable organization with a strong culture and healthy work‑life balance, you'll thrive here. This role follows a hybrid schedule with in‑office collaboration on Tuesdays and Thursdays and a flexible third day each week.

It's a structure designed to support connection with your team while giving you autonomy and balance.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals.  to learn more about what we do.

The ideal candidate will have:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA or MBA preferred

* 3+ years of accounting experience in a mid‑size organization (500-1,000+ employees); government or public accounting experience preferred

* Strong financial acumen with sharp attention to detail, strong problem‑solving skills, and hands‑on experience in general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and fixed assets

* Advanced Excel skills and experience with enterprise accounting systems; familiarity with JD Edwards Enterprise One Fixed Assets or Lease Management and Hubble is a plus

* Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams

* Analytical mindset with the ability to investigate variances and identify root causes

* Self‑motivated and able to work independently with consistent follow‑through

* Project management and organizational skills to manage deadlines and priorities

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

* Competitive compensation

* Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.

* OUC's Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account

* Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

* Paid parental leave

* Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities

* Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities

* Access to family-oriented recreational areas

* Paid Conference and Training Opportunities

* Hybrid work schedule

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Salary Range: $65,600 - $82,000 annually - commensurate with experience

Location:

"The Greenest Building in Downtown"- Reliable Plaza, 100 W. Anderson Street, Orlando, FL 32801

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. This organization does not offer or sponsor employment visas for internship or full-time positions.

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