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Accountant II

UGI Utilities, Inc

Denver, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Billing, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Cost Analysis, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Employee Benefits, Employee Retention, External Audit, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Microsoft Excel, Operational Strategy, Payment Processing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Public Accounting, Reconciliation, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Accounting, Variance Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Denver, PA
POSTED
6 days ago
Requisition Number: 28446

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.

We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.

To learn more about UGI's workplace culture, sustainability efforts, and commitment to inclusivity, we invite you to visit our UGI Corporate sustainability page .

Apply to UGI Utilities today to share in our mission and support countless neighbors, friends, and families in providing best-in-class products and services!

Job Summary

This position is responsible for comprehensive accounting operations related to purchased fuel costs, electric revenue and cost, and regulatory compliance reporting. The role involves executing the full accounting cycle including preparing journal entries, conducting variance analyses, processing supplier invoices, and developing detailed financial reconciliations. In addition to maintaining critical month-end close processes, this position serves as a key liaison with suppliers, internal departments, and auditors, while actively identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and financial accuracy. The ideal candidate will combine technical accounting expertise with analytical skills to support regulatory reporting requirements across multiple agencies including EIA, PUC, FERC, and SEC.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Month End Close process including:
    • Prepare month end journal entries for cost of gas, storage activity, off system sales, electric revenue and supply, and other entries as needed.
    • Develop and prepare monthly and quarterly analytics.
    • Develop and prepare account reconciliations.
  • Verify producer and pipeline invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and process for payment. Verify electric invoices and process for payment.
  • Assist in other departmental projects including internal/external audits and regulatory reporting.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly & annual regulatory reports and associated analyses relating to Fuel Costs by interacting with the Rates & Gas Supply departments. These reports include the Gas Operating Data file, 1307f and other files required for reporting purposes.
  • Lead and contribute to ongoing department process improvement projects. Take initiative by working independently, analytically work through data, and present findings and results to management. Identify areas needing improvement and assist in implementation of more efficient process.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of GAAP including technical accounting principles.
  • Familiarity with regulatory accounting practices as well as FERC accounting practices is preferred.
  • Personal computer skills a must including advanced Microsoft excel skills as well as experience with general ledger reporting tools.
  • Strong analytical skills as well as written and oral communication skills.
  • This individual must also have the ability to identify and implement changes to the current processes that can enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Attention to detail and ability to communicate with multiple persons throughout the company to accomplish objectives.


Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Preferred
  • 2 years' experience Minimum
  • CPA Strongly Preferred
  • Desirable - Public Accounting Experience (Big 4 preferred)


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UGI Utilities, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.

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