Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Join Our Team as a Lead Accountant!
Are you passionate about diving into complex accounting tasks and making a significant impact on financial performance? As a Lead Accountant, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards, while playing a crucial role in the monthly close process. You'll lead technical accounting projects, collaborate with the Controllership Department, and drive innovative solutions to streamline finance activities. If you thrive on research, enjoy presenting proposals, and are eager to be a key business partner, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
What you will do
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Serves as a resource for others on more complex accounting or regulatory issues and disclosures, financial and performance issues, policies, and inquiries.
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Applies in-depth skills and broad knowledge to determine and communicate root causes and trends and makes recommendations necessary to meet performance objectives.
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Leads research and implementation of regulatory and GAAP accounting requirements.
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Keeps fully informed of current developments in the accounting field, industry, regulations, and company procedures as these apply to assigned work areas and the department in general.
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Uses technically advanced analysis of actual financial results compared to budget, forecast, outlook, and prior periods. Advocates for and supports change and assists the team in developing creative solutions to simplify and streamline finance activities.
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Reviews work of other department staff for accuracy, completeness, and quality.
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May assist in the coordination, development, preparation, and review of internal accounting reports, monthly operations data, and analytical work related to accounting activities.
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May assist in preparing communications internally and externally to investors and board of directors.
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Assists in the performance, development, and maintenance of internal controls that ensure proper, accurate, and timely recording of transactions and protection of assets.
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May maintain the general ledger and other accounting-related duties for assigned legal entities or business segments.
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Engage in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and help deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.
Education Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, or related field. Preferred
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Certification Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation Preferred
Required Experience
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8 years of experience in accounting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Extensive/advanced knowledge of accounting principles, theories, practices, and procedures of the utility industry.
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Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
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Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
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Knowledge of common accounting software applications preferred.
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Demonstrated solid project management concepts and processes.
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Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects to successful completion.
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Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.
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Demonstrated analytical capabilities and skills.
Key Skills
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Accounting Standards • Business Process Improvements • Process Standardization • Corporate Financial Reporting • Data Analysis • Data Management • Financial Accounting • Financial Analysis • Financial Risk Management • Internal Controls • Records Management • Regulatory Compliance
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
Pay Range:
$93,000 - $120,000
This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
It's not just what we do; it's how we do it.
Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold
Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email [email protected].
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What We Do
Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: LNT) is an energy holding company with more than 4,000 employees. Our top priority is providing nearly 953,000 homes, farms, and businesses in Iowa and Wisconsin with safe, reliable energy and power in a variety of sustainable forms. Honored in Newsweek’s 2021 list of America’s Most Responsible Companies.
Our corporate headquarters are located in Madison, Wisconsin. Additional general offices are located in Cedar Rapids and Dubuque, Iowa. We provide inclusive work environments, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize and respect diversity. We appreciate the differences and perspectives a diverse culture brings to the work environment, the company and our customers.
Alliant Energy is a responsible corporate citizen. We are careful stewards of the environment, we support the communities in which we do business and we aggressively pursue emerging technology and safe, sustainable methods of energy production.
