About us

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

About the Role

Senior Accountant, NE Regulatory Accounting (Enterprise Business Services) is responsible for accounting functions by reviewing accounting discrepancies to produce accurate and credible financial information for the NE jurisdiction.

What You'll Do

Responsible for processing accounting transactions and providing accurate and credible financial data for NE entities.
Responsible for processing regulatory deferral entries as part of the month-end close process
Reviews regulatory filings and orders to determine accounting impacts
Supports the review of accounting to identify discrepancies and produce accurate and credible data.
Supports month end accounting close process by reviewing accounting transactions for accuracy.
Responsible for completing month end accounting review activities to ensure timely filing and account for any variances in SAP.
Reviews accounts and calculates financial adjustments and ensure proper account reconciliation.
Assembles and reviews supporting documentation to ensure compliance with audits.
Compiles and reviews financial information to ensure accurate financial statements.
Ensures maintenance of financial records for compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
Responsible for supporting financial filings and reporting deadlines.
Responsible for supporting the implementation of Rate Case order

What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years' of experience in Accounting roles with increasing responsibility.
Knowledge of gas and/or electric accounting or related specialized accounting discipline.
Ability to review accounting transactions for accuracy.
Knowledge of general ledger platforms, SAP, Blackline and accounting systems experience.
Knowledge of FERC Uniform System of Accounts
Experience working across department and geographic boundaries to lead risk mitigation, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and the COSO Internal Control - Integrated Framework.
Background preferred in Utility service business activities and projects.
Experience reviewing and resolving data discrepancies.
Able to assess accounting issues and recommend solutions.
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written/oral communication skills, follow up and negotiation skills.
Effective collaboration and partnership capabilities.
Working as part of a team but able to work on own initiative when required.

More Information

Annual Salary:

$90,000-$120,000

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.