We are looking for an experienced Accountant II to join our team in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, combining in-office collaboration with remote work flexibility. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting business planning, decision-making, and regulatory processes while driving process improvements and providing leadership to less experienced team members.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build strong partnerships with management teams to support planning, decision-making, and business objectives.<br>• Prepare and review complex reporting materials, including presentations, data updates, and month-end manual accruals.<br>• Assist with regulatory filings, such as rate cases and other jurisdictional requirements.<br>• Develop and oversee operational budgets, ensuring alignment with business goals and financial targets.<br>• Conduct detailed analyses of financial results, identifying variances and providing explanations to relevant departments.<br>• Regularly engage with business partners to strengthen relationships and implement process improvements.<br>• Monitor capital projects and adjust forecasts to align with construction plans and corporate targets.<br>• Lead efforts to quantify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency.<br>• Supervise less experienced team members, providing guidance and support in financial analysis and reporting.<br>• Perform day-to-day accounting and budgeting tasks, including journal entries, expense coding, and project setup.

• Proven experience in regulatory accounting, with a solid understanding of rate cases and filings.<br>• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and propose actionable solutions.<br>• Proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, and variance analysis.<br>• Familiarity with Apptio or comparable financial management tools is an advantage.<br>• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging with leadership teams.<br>• Demonstrated ability to lead process improvements and drive operational efficiency.<br>• Expertise in accounting functions, including journal entries, expense reporting, and project management.<br>• Advanced knowledge of computer systems and financial software applications.

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