Accountant​/Accounting Analyst; Utility Accounting

Title: Accountant / Accounting Analyst (Utility Accounting Progression)

Company: Tampa Electric Company

State and City: Florida - Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Join our Utility Accounting team and play a key role in supporting regulatory accounting and financial reporting for a regulated utility environment. This position is part of a career progression track that allows you to grow from entry-level Accountant to senior and lead roles based on your performance, contributions, and expertise.

You will contribute to core accounting operations including financial reporting, regulatory filings, forecasting, and audit support, while partnering across the business to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities increase in complexity based on level but may include:

• Prepare and review journal entries
• Reconcile and maintain general ledger accounts
• Perform account analysis and research variances
• Support month-end close processes
• Prepare and review regulatory filings (FERC, EIA, FPSC)
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Support audits and rate case data requests
• Develop ad hoc reports and participate in special projects
• (Advanced levels) Lead processes, review work, and mentor team members
• (Lead level) Provide guidance, training, and oversight to accounting staff

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited institution
• OR Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• Accountant I: 0–1+ years (utility experience preferred)
• Accounting Analyst: 2+ years of accounting experience
• Senior Accounting Analyst: 5+ years of experience
• Accounting Lead: 5+ years plus leadership experience and at least 1 year at a senior level

Utility or regulated accounting experience preferred at all levels.

• CPA strongly preferred for advanced levels

• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP (FERC knowledge for senior roles)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and organizational ability
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (higher levels)
  Ability to work independently in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Demonstrated initiative and process improvement mindset

Preferred Systems

Experience:

• SAP
• BPC
• Allegro

This role is part of a structured progression path
. Advancement is based on performance, demonstrated capability, and business needs—not tenure. As you grow, you will take on:

• More complex accounting and reporting responsibilities
• Greater autonomy and decision-making authority
• Increased interaction with leadership and external stakeholders
• Opportunities to lead projects and mentor others

• Clear career progression opportunities
• Exposure to regulated utility accounting and reporting
• Collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Opportunity to make an impact on critical financial processes

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary
* 401k Savings plan w/ company matching
* Pension plan
* Paid time off
* Paid Holiday time
* Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage
* Tuition Assistance Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellness Programs
* On-site Fitness Centers
* Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS ... Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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