Company Summary StatementLouisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.OverviewThis is an entry level position for an accounting analyst. Incumbent performs assignments in accordance with Company procedures and generally accepted accounting standards and procedures, works under close supervision, and receives specific instructions as to required tasks and results expected.Responsibilities
Gathers, sorts, and analyzes actual and budget financial data on overall corporate activities from various sources and assembles the information for accounting, financial reporting, or for further analysis.
Prepares journal entries and/or financial calculations that require general knowledge of accounting principles and their application.
Prepares financial calculations, reports, and analyses for senior management, other departments, internal and external auditors, and governmental agencies (PSC, SEC, FERC, etc.).
Provides financial information to other departments. Analyzes expenses, capital and/or overhead expenditures for accuracy and propriety, which requires diligence and ingenuity. Possesses or develops an understanding of PC and mainframe based computer functions.
Develops a working knowledge of the overall Corporate Uniform Systems of Accounts, FMIS, generally accepted accounting principles, and accounting policies and procedures unique to the utility industry.
Work is performed under close supervision usually following a predetermined schedule of results desired.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.Requires strong Excel skills and aptitude for accounting information systems. Must have working knowledge of accounting principles and applicationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSGood interpersonal skills for communicating financial explanations and oral/written information to others, both within and outside the corporation. Ability to use PC and mainframe based applications. Current working knowledge of accounting rules and regulations, including U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP), international accounting standards (IFRS or IAS), tax requirements, SEC requirements, FERC requirements and other reporting requirements is preferred.WORK CONDITIONSNormal office environment.PHYSICAL EFFORTSPrimarily sitting with optional standing and walking.EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.Requires strong Excel skills and aptitude for accounting information systems. Must have working knowledge of accounting principles and applicationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSGood interpersonal skills for communicating financial explanations and oral/written information to others, both within and outside the corporation. Ability to use PC and mainframe based applications. Current working knowledge of accounting rules and regulations, including U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP), international accounting standards (IFRS or IAS), tax requirements, SEC requirements, FERC requirements and other reporting requirements is preferred.WORK CONDITIONSNormal office environment.PHYSICAL EFFORTSPrimarily sitting with optional standing and walking.
Gathers, sorts, and analyzes actual and budget financial data on overall corporate activities from various sources and assembles the information for accounting, financial reporting, or for further analysis.
Prepares journal entries and/or financial calculations that require general knowledge of accounting principles and their application.
Prepares financial calculations, reports, and analyses for senior management, other departments, internal and external auditors, and governmental agencies (PSC, SEC, FERC, etc.).
Provides financial information to other departments. Analyzes expenses, capital and/or overhead expenditures for accuracy and propriety, which requires diligence and ingenuity. Possesses or develops an understanding of PC and mainframe based computer functions.
Develops a working knowledge of the overall Corporate Uniform Systems of Accounts, FMIS, generally accepted accounting principles, and accounting policies and procedures unique to the utility industry.
Work is performed under close supervision usually following a predetermined schedule of results desired.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Remote WorkThe company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.Equal Employment OpportunityOur company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.