Eversource

Accountant, Staff (Hybrid)

Eversource • $82K — $92K *
Berlin, CT 06037Hybrid
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience in corporate/public accounting
  • Strong knowledge of accounting theory and GAAP
  • Ability to analyze financial data and derive insights
  • Good communication and quantitative analysis skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word and Excel
  • Familiarity with computerized accounting programs

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations of accounting functions
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings
  • Conduct account reconciliations and journal entries
  • Coordinate and perform financial management reporting for senior management
  • Review and analyze general ledger accounts for accuracy
  • Investigate and resolve outstanding financial discrepancies
  • Ensure integrity of accounting information in systems

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards program
  • Opportunities for potential incentives
  • Supportive work environment fostering teamwork
  • Engagement in community service during emergencies
  • Travel opportunities across MA, CT, and NH as necessary
Full Job Description
Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Role and Scope of Position:
Under some supervision, the Staff Accountant is responsible for the preparation of financial data for Eversource. Provide financial support to Eversource. Responsible for the preparation of month-end, and year-end matters, compliance and other financial responsibilities.

Essential Functions:
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Eversource accounting function
  • Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing processes.
  • Performs accounting control activities including account reconciliations, journal entries and close-out reviews
  • Plans, coordinates and performs assignments associated wit the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial management reports including reports and presentations to Senior Management
  • Prepares journal entries for accounts, reviews and reconciles general ledger accounts, analyzes variances.
  • Investigates and resolves outstanding items.
  • Maintains the integrity of accounting information in the system and makes adjustments as needed.


Technical Knowledge/Skill:
  • Strong knowledge of basic accounting theory
  • Strong knowledge of functional accounting practices and procedures
  • Good analytical skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Quantitative and qualitative analyses skills
  • Knowledge of GAAP
  • Strong functional understanding of computerized accounting programs
  • Demonstrated kill with MS Office applications (Specifically Work and Excel)

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.

Experience:
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of related accounting experience preferably in a corporate and/or public accounting environment


Working Conditions:
  • Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
  • Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.


Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$82,890.00-$92,100.00

Worker Type:
Regular

Number of Openings:
1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

About Eversource

Eversource transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas for more than 3.6 million electric and natural gas customers. Before its rebranding, the company operated six main subsidiaries: Connecticut Light and Power (CL&P), Public Service Company of New Hampshire (PSNH), Western Massachusetts Electric Company (WMECO), Yankee Gas Services Company (Yankee Gas), NSTAR Electric, and NSTAR Gas. NSTAR itself was the product of corporate mergers and included the former Boston Edison Company, Cambridge Electric Light Company, Commonwealth Electric Company, Commonwealth Gas, and Cambridge Gas Company. All now currently operate under the Eversource name. Eversource remains Connecticut's largest electric utility, serving more than 1.2 million residential, municipal, commercial and industrial customers in approximately 149 cities and towns. It also serves approximately 229,000 natural gas customers in 73 cities and towns. Eversource is also New Hampshire's largest electric utility, serving more than 500,000 homes and businesses in 211 cities and towns throughout the state. Eversource Energy is a publicly-traded, Fortune 500 energy company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston, Massachusetts, with several regulated subsidiaries offering retail electricity, natural gas service, and water service to approximately 4 million[6] customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Eversource Careers

Joining Eversource means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to safety, reliability, and innovation in energy. As a leading energy provider in the Northeast, Eversource offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of leadership and growth in the industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Eversource, every position contributes to the company's mission of delivering reliable energy and superior customer service. Our team enjoys a dynamic work environment where professional growth and development are encouraged. With a variety of career paths available, Eversource is a place where your ambition drives your career forward, and where leadership and diversity training ensure you reach your potential.

Innovate and Lead

Eversource is at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, integrating innovative technologies and sustainable practices that benefit not only our customers but also our communities. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to pioneering solutions for a sustainable future.

Career Development

Eversource is committed to the professional development of its employees. Whether through leadership programs, skills training, or networking opportunities, we provide the tools needed for career advancement and personal growth. Our robust internship programs offer a gateway to full-time employment, giving hands-on experience and exposure to real-world challenges.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Eversource is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and teamwork. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive. The benefits at Eversource go beyond the standard employment package; they empower our employees’ well-being and long-term financial security.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to make a significant impact in the energy sector, Eversource has a position for you. From engineering to customer service, our job opportunities span a wide range of skills and expertise. Ready to start your journey with us? Explore open positions, prepare your resume, and apply through our hiring portal.

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Learn more about Eversource
Size
9,227 employees
Market Cap
$29.2 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1927
5 Year Trend
+5.4%
Revenue
$8.9 billion
NASDAQ
ES
* Ladders Estimates

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