American Electric Power Looking for Accountant (Fixed Assets Property Accounting) at Canton, Ohio Full Time

Job Description:

This is a remote opportunity based in: Canton, OH or Columbus, OH 

Position Summary:

Provide fixed asset accounting support including the review of financial statements, rate case support, and other accounting activities related to the closing of the general ledger and fixed assets subledger for AEP companies.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Participate in the monthly accounting closing process of the general ledger and fixed asset subledger.
• Provide fixed asset analysis and guidance related to capital work orders, AFUDC, ARO, construction and retirement overheads, and depreciation. 
• Perform system maintenance of the fixed asset subledger – including depreciation updates, AFUDC rate updates, ARO updates, asset location additions, retirement and transfer processing, and project support.
• Ensure Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and respond to data requests from internal and external auditors.
• Provide rate case support and analysis of AEP’s regulatory filings and proceedings.
• Assist in the preparation and review of fixed asset reporting, financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A.
• Participate in ad-hoc reporting requests, special projects, process improvements, and automation projects.
   

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with a concentration in Accounting

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience

Additional Information:

• Strong competency in written and oral communication.

• CPA or progress towards certification preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups) and Microsoft Word; PeopleSoft experience a plus.

• Detail-oriented with ability to employ a logical approach to accomplish objectives and solve issues.

• Able to multi-task with frequent interruptions and adapt to changing circumstances and requirements.

• Able to work as part of a team and possess excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Continuous improvement mindset with the following competencies:  adaptability, flexibility, creativity, and initiative.

Work Schedule 

This role will work an average of 5 hours overtime per week. Especially during month end closing cycles (which occurs for approximately one week at the beginning of each month). 

There is also a required Saturday workday for each quarter end closing.