Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC Job Summary/Purpose The Manager leads the technical accounting research, documentation, and implementation for complex transactions and new accounting standards. The Manager also oversees the review and update of accounting policies, including implementation of the Entergy System Approval Authority Policy, in accordance with US GAAP and regulatory accounting principles. Acts as the point of contact for the most complex transactions and accounting questions. Job Duties/Responsibilities <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Works directly with the business to lead the implementation and application of technical accounting rules issued by the FASB, SEC, and FERC to current and proposed transactions. Provides perspectives and conclusions under US GAAP and regulatory accounting principles on a timely basis.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Acts as a Subject Matter Expert on technical and other accounting issues, gaining a thorough understanding of the business through conversations with internal and external personnel and researching various other sources of information including technical accounting literature. Expected to evaluate and make recommendations on a wide range of issues that meet the technical accounting requirements while also considering practical effects and implications.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Creates documentation regarding accounting policies and works with personnel throughout the company to ensure implementation, including implementation of the Entergy System Approval Authority Policy</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Supports the preparation and review of consolidated and subsidiary financial statements in compliance with US GAAP and FERC requirements, and supporting financial and non-financial controls to meet business requirements.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Provide direction to accounting staff and advise senior leaders as necessary.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">All of these duties support the primary goal of the Accounting function by supporting the broader organization on technical accounting and policy issues. </li> </ul> Minimum Requirements Minimum education required of the position Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience. Advanced degree preferred. Minimum experience required of the position <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">7-10 years experience in Accounting or financial processes. Managed mid-size team of employees. </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">BIG 4 ACCOUNTING firm experience Highly recommended for this position. </li> </ul> Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position Knowledge: Proficient in the application of accounting controls and processes; Displays strong analytical skills by efficiently using knowledge of tools and business processes to identify problems and resolve issues; Utility accounting experience and working knowledge of the FERC uniform system of accounts a plus; Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley requirements and testing in coordination with internal and external auditors. Skills: Excellent leadership and organizational skills; Excellent oral and written communications skills; Proficient in use of MS Office applications; Abilities: Strong focus on process improvements; Ability to lead project teams.The position requires accounting research and technical accounting skills, application of experience, excellent organizational skills, project management abilities, direct staff supervision and written and verbal communication skills. Resolution of issues also may involve quantitative financial analysis. The Manager should be able to work independently and manage multiple, non-recurring tasks. Any certificates, licenses, etc. required of the position CPA license preferredPrimary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans Job Function: Corporate FLSA Status: Professional Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings: 1 Req ID: 123812 Travel Percentage:Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click <a href="https://jobs.entergy.com/content/EEO/?locale=en_US">here </a>to view the EEO page, or see statements below. EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click <a href="mailto:[email protected]?subject=Accessibility" target="_blank" title="here">here</a> and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request. Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf" target="_blank" title="Equal Opportunity">Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</a> The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact [email protected] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours. WORKING CONDITIONS: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Accounting Policy and Research Manager (New Orleans, Louisiana, United States) @ Entergy

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