Accounting Reporting Analyst

The Accounting Reporting Analyst will work on supporting preparation of statutory reports in accordance with various accounting rules and regulations. The individual will support in collecting, analyzing and presenting data as instructed in support of the Reporting and Technical Accounting workgroup. They will work with various stakeholders around the organization in compilation of internal and external reports and filing those on a timely basis.

The Analyst will support preparation and review of internal controls across various workstreams including gap analysis, risk assessment and remediation of the gaps.

Subject matter accounting knowledge required within the areas of GAAP & FASB, and will gain exposure to GASB & FERC compliance. The Analyst should have good working knowledge of ERP platforms and related accounting systems, including intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel.

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• Assist with preparing mid-year and annual financial reports according to the governmental accounting standards and other applicable regulatory requirements, including the preparation of supporting schedules.
• Support collaboration with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze financial and non-financial data for inclusion in external reports.
• Assist with the annual audit requirements and liaison with external auditors to meet the annual audit completion deadline.
• Review and prepare position papers on various accounting pronouncements under guidance.
• Accurately analyze and collect data for various types of business reports; create basic business reports that provide insight into key data points.
• Assist with the analysis and review of controllership work streams such as procure to pay, order to cash, acquire to retire, and accounting close and reporting cycles to evaluate risks and controls.
• Prepare process narratives/desk top procedures to reflect processes currently in place and help improve processing efficiencies.
• Conduct NYPA's financial and accounting operations including basic tasks in accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit, collections, billing, and invoicing.
• Support preparation of controls across various workstreams including gap analysis, risk assessment, and remediation of gaps.

• Practical knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Intermediate skills in financial data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic understanding of audit processes and regulatory requirements.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or related discipline preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of related analytical business experience with strong understanding of corporate finance preferred.
• Experience in government or public utility finance preferred.

Up to 10% travel primarily to customer sites within NY State.