Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The client is seeking an experienced FERC Financial Reporting Consultant to support the transition of FERC regulatory reporting from an external consulting firm to an internally managed process. The role will prepare and support FERC Forms 2 and 2-A, convert GAAP-based financial records to FERC-compliant books, establish internal reporting processes and controls, and provide regulatory accounting expertise for natural gas pipeline entities.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and/or support FERC Form 2 and Form 2-A financial and regulatory reporting for natural gas pipeline entities
- Convert and reconcile GAAP-based books and financial information to FERC accounting and reporting requirements
- Support regulatory reporting for approximately seven natural gas pipelines with varying federal and state filing requirements
- Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, work papers, and documentation required for FERC filings
- Ensure financial information is appropriately mapped and classified under the FERC Uniform System of Accounts (USofA)
- Review existing processes currently performed by the company's external consulting provider and assist with transitioning those responsibilities in-house
- Establish repeatable processes, controls, documentation, and reporting procedures for future internal preparation of FERC filings
- Partner with the VP, Controller and accounting team to identify and resolve GAAP-to-FERC accounting and reporting differences
- Provide subject-matter expertise regarding FERC financial reporting requirements and related regulatory accounting matters
- Assist with state-level regulatory reporting for pipeline entities where applicable
Skills
- US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S
- Demonstrated experience preparing or reviewing FERC Form 2 and/or Form 2-A filings
- Strong knowledge of FERC accounting requirements and the Uniform System of Accounts
- Hands-on experience converting or reconciling GAAP financial statements/books to FERC regulatory books
- Ability to independently manage regulatory reporting processes and work effectively with senior accounting leadership
- Strong financial reporting, reconciliation, analytical, and documentation skills
- Experience within the natural gas pipeline, midstream, energy, or utility industry strongly preferred
- Experience helping an organization transition regulatory reporting from an external provider to an internal process is highly desirable
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Remote work
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