Senior Analyst

At National Grid we are committed to delivering safe and reliable energy to the customers and communities we serve. We are one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. We are proud of the contributions our work and our people make to the prosperity and wellbeing of our customers, communities and investors.

We are currently looking for highly motivated individuals who want to join a dynamic and fast paced organization going through a major transformation. If you are someone who's looking to bring innovation, contribute ideas and play a part in renewing the global procurement organization we want to hear from you!

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

* Apply closing process standards and analysis of accounting close practices and transactions.
* Assist with the accurate and timely recording and processing of transactions to support close and proper reporting to drive performance.
* Analyze and reconcile general ledger account activity to ensure the ledger is correct and properly supported.
* Assist in the preparation of various filings and information requests required by the state, FERC and other applicable authorities.
* Support the implementation of continuous improvement and performance excellence activities, consistently achieving strong results.
* Support the implementation of policies, internal controls, accounting standards and procedures to drive performance

* 3-5 years of related experience
* Transaction and Close process management
* General Accounting
* Reporting Financial Information
* Technical Accounting
* Utility industry accounting preferred
* US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC
* Knowledge of general ledger platforms and accounting system experience
* Able to assess accounting issues and recommend solutions
* Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
* Excellent written / oral communication skills and follow-up, including ability to present to Senior Leadership
* Ability to work cross-functionally on finance processes
* Proficient in MS Excel, Word and other MS Office applications
* Exhibit high personal standards of ownership, accountability, commitment and integrity
* Ability to establish a high level of confidence with personnel and external contacts
* Good knowledge of Company policies, procedures and standards
* Very good knowledge of federal, state and municipal regulations
* Demonstrated strong leadership skills including the ability to make timely decisions and work autonomously
* Proven excellent interpersonal and team-building skills including the ability to build and sustain productive collaborative relationships, motivate

Add-ons that would be great to have:

* CPA or CPA eligible
* 3-5 years of related experience

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