Manager External Financial Reporting - BSC (Hybrid) - Chicago Illinois

Company: Exelon
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Posted On: 05/18/2024

Description

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Provide supervisory oversight and support to various reporting functions within a Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Ensure production of accurate and timely external reports, including SEC filings (Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, Form 8-K, etc.) and non-SEC filings (FERC Form 1, FERC Form 3Q, filings related to financing activities, etc.). Lead and guide staff accountants within Business Unit or functional area of responsibility. Work closely and liaise throughout the Business Unit, Controller's Group, and the broader Finance community regarding reporting activities. Interpret and apply appropriate accounting and reporting guidance, including FASB/GAAP and SEC. Identify process improvements and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements. Act as liaison with external auditors to ensure timely sign off of reporting matters.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Supervise key aspects of the SEC and FERC reporting process, including drafting disclosures, processing changes, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the document, maintaining quarterly list of disclosure items and coordinating with the printer. (30%)

Interact with Business Units, Controller's Group, Investor Relations, Treasury, internal and external legal counsel, and the internal and external auditors to accomplish goals and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of information exchange. (20%)

Research and appropriately apply new accounting pronouncements; benchmark SEC filings from other companies. (10%)

Complete key financial and disclosure controls to ensure a strong control environment. (10%)

Assist as appropriate in the supervision of staff accountants, including the review of information prepared to ensure completion of tie-out binders, checklists, etc. (10%)

Prepare data request responses and answer ad-hoc requests for internal and external customers. Assist and support applicable merger integration and other miscellaneous projects. (10%)

Duties may require supervising accounting staff and participating in their annual goal setting and performance reviews. (10%)

JOB SCOPE

Supervise day-to-day SEC and FERC reporting processes, including drafting disclosures, processing changes, ensuring accuracy and consistency throughout the document, maintaining quarterly list of disclosure items and coordinating with the printer.

Proactively notify Manager or Director of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns.

Work closely with other departments and Business Units regarding reporting activities.

Supervise and provide review and approval of a variety of reporting assignments.

Interface with leadership positions within Finance, Legal and Secretary's Office. Team oriented interface with comparable roles.

Work with various parties, both within the Controller's Group as well as other areas of the company, to accomplish goals, resolve issues and enhance and improve processes. Contact with others requires tact and persuasiveness.

Supervise assigned staff including development, staffing, performance assessment, work review, etc. Day to day supervisory responsibilities are limited but, depending on size and accounting complexity of assigned entity, may provide lead direction to staff assigned to specific project or work group. Work leadership is generally administrative in nature and typically involves functional direction to others assigned to assist on an occasional to moderate basis.

Position, at times, may require overtime, weekend work and limited travel.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent and a CPA

7-10 years of related experience, including 3-5 years in management with demonstrated success leading a professional staff

Demonstrated technical knowledge and understanding of Accounting theory, principles, practices and regulations including FASB/GAAP, SEC and SOX compliance

Understands requirements for documentation in work papers, disclosures and memos; demonstrated ability to document a broad range of technical issues

Demonstrated success identifying and implementing best practices within his/her area of responsibility

Demonstrated successful use of technology to improve process efficiency

Demonstrated focus on customer service (examples include working with clients to develop a partnership and encourage open communication)

Effective teambuilding and leaderships skills

Demonstrated project management skills

Commitment to highest standards of quality and integrity

Exudes a high degree of professionalism and treats others with respect

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MBA with a concentration in Accounting or Finance

Public accounting experience

Regulatory/utility/FERC reporting or energy industry experience

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $112,000-$168,000

Annual bonus and incentive pay up to 20%

401(k) match and annual company contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off, including vacation, floating and fixed holidays and sick time

Maternity leave as well as paid bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave for the birth or adoption of a child or to care for an ill family member, as applicable (eligibility based on position)

Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions

Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement

Referral bonus program

And much more

REQNUMBER: 253440

Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com. More...

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