Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst

New Jersey Resources • Wall Township, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Energize your future and join our team as we pursue a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. At our Fortune 1000 diversified energy company, you’ll find a friendly, community-minded environment, with flexible work schedules, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive pay and benefits.
New Jersey Resources is seeking a Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst to provide support for the Company's external reporting requirements, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP, researching applicable SEC regulations and assisting with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Oversee the preparation of the employee benefit plan reports and related audit; provide support on other financial reporting and technical accounting functions as necessary.
As part of our commitment to employee development and organizational growth, the NJR Finance department is committed to providing challenging roles and career assignments. Employees are expected to support all areas of the Finance department, rotating into different roles to facilitate career growth and development as needed or as assigned. This approach is designed to broaden your skill set and knowledge base, foster a deeper understanding of our business and promote flexibility and adaptability within our organization.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance. Required; CPA is a plus
• 5+ years of related experience is required
• Ability to meet deadlines and work autonomously as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational, communication and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize to satisfy multiple requests and deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Workiva Wdesk external reporting software

Responsibilities

• Prepare Form 10-Q and 10-K footnote disclosures and supporting documentation.
• Create and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and ensure financial information has been recorded accurately.
• Leverage analytics to support management discussion and analysis in SEC filings and draft related commentary.
• Train users on the external reporting software and assist in transitioning accounting and finance spreadsheets from Excel.
• Manage the external reporting software data collection process, including validating data for completeness, accuracy and consistency across reports
• Prepare and maintain quarterly reporting calendar to support timely SEC reporting.
• Manage timeline and coordinate deliverables from key stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate completion of SEC filings.
• Review and analyze financial information and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy and alignment with various financial reports.
• Maintain Financial Reporting SOX documentation and support to ensure compliance.
• Assist with XBRL mapping and maintenance.
• Assist with other regulatory reporting and associated audits.
• Perform research and benchmarking of Company disclosures and XBRL to other SEC financial filings.
• Prepare and review employee benefit plan financial statements and assist with audit process.
• Assist with research, implementation and analysis of effects of new authoritative accounting guidance or SEC compliance initiatives.
• Liaison with Treasury on bank compliance reporting, including preparation of covenant financial ratio calculations.
• Coordinate with Corporate Communications on earnings press releases and annual report to shareholders.
• Participate in special projects to support the technical requirements and process improvements, as needed.
• Partner with Treasury to provide finance and accounting support for various transactions and debt offerings as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage from day 1
• 401k vesting immediate
• Employee insurance and medical plans, including prescription, vision and dental benefits.
• 401(k) program with generous company match.
• Company stock purchase plan.
• Wellness programs, including free on and off-site fitness centers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid time off including paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level