Accounting Policy & Research Manager

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

• 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.
• 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.
• Creates documentation regarding accounting policies and works with personnel throughout the company to ensure implementation, including implementation of the Entergy System Approval Authority Policy
• 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.
• Provide direction to accounting staff and advise senior leaders as necessary.
• All of these duties support the primary goal of the Accounting function by supporting the broader organization on technical accounting and policy issues.

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

• 7-10 years experience in Accounting or financial processes. Managed mid-size team of employees.
• BIG 4 accounting firm experience Highly recommended for this position.
• 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.

CPA license preferred

Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans

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.