Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business with a concentration in accounting., Two to four years of accounting or reporting experience., Prefer working towards CPA certification., Proficient in Microsoft applications and detail-oriented..

Key responsabilities:

Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and reports for various AEP legal entities.

Assist in the preparation of SEC financial reports and journal entries.

Perform analytical reviews of financial data and ensure data accuracy.

Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control processes and cultivate business relationships.

Job description

Job Posting End Date

03-09-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Responsible for the preparation of timely and accurate financial statements and other reports on a quarterly and annual basis for various AEP legal entities, including SEC registrants. Also responsible for the preparation of various internal management reports and other supporting tasks, such as the creation of journal entries, participating in monthly closing process, or participating in monthly consolidation process.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Assist in the preparation of SEC and other financial reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, Form 1, and 3Q.

- Assist in the preparation of journal entries to support consolidation process and financial statement preparation process.

- Assist in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data for internal and external customers.

- Perform analytical review of financial data.

- Comprehend complex accounting theory.

- Interpret and apply accounting regulations and pronouncements.

- Keep abreast and stay informed of the latest rules, regulations, and reporting requirements of the SEC, FASB and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

- Assist in the Edgar and XBRL processes required for SEC filings.

- Maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control processes.

- Assist in cultivating positive business relationships between financial reporting and AEP business partners.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education requirements are listed below: Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, or business with a concentration in accounting.

Work Experience requirement listed below: Two to four years of accounting/reporting experience.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Prefer working towards CPA certification.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Physical demand level is Sedentary

- Competency in written and oral communication.

- Proficient in Microsoft applications.

- Experience with business reporting tools preferred.

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

- Ability to promote a positive culture within a team setting.

INITIAL POSITION / BASE SALARY FUNDING: approximately ($62,000 - $77,000/year).

- In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

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