Utility Plant Accountant

Job Description

Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets

Salary: $85,000 to $90,000

Hybrid Schedule - Must be local to Southern California. NO RELOCATION

About the Opportunity

We’re partnering with a well-established, publicly traded company to hire a Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets. This is a hybrid role based in San Dimas, CA, offering a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. In this role, you'll support capital project accounting, manage fixed asset processes, and ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.

Key Duties for the Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets:

Responsible for setting up and manage work orders, establish annual budgets, and process budget transfers. Partner with engineering teams to monitor project progress and ensure timely closure of work orders.

Perform monthly/quarterly reconciliations for key accounts such as unclaimed refunds, advances for construction, and CIAC.

Prepare and maintain roll-forward schedules for utility plant and other related GL accounts.

Fixed assets, including managing asset setup, transfers, and depreciation. Ensure sub-ledger to GL reconciliation is accurate and up to date.

Audit support and reconcile contracts and resolve discrepancies to maintain compliance.

Responsible for quarterly and annual financial reporting

Responsible for the review of JD Edwards (JDE) contract setups for efficiency and recommend enhancements.

Key Requirements for the Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

5+ years of experience in project accounting and fixed asset management, preferably in a public company

Strong understanding of JD Edwards (JDE) financial systems

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas)

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and reconciliation capabilities

Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Why Join?

Competitive salary and full benefits package

Flexible hybrid work model

Work with a respected, innovative publicly traded company

Opportunities to contribute to high-impact projects in a supportive environment

Full-time

Hybrid remote