Principal Specialist, Accounting & Controllership

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. Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly general accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, variance analysis, and supporting documentation .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in general accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, and variance analysis, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations. Proficient in financial reporting and process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

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General Accounting ActivitiesJournal Entry PreparationAccount ReconciliationSarbanes-Oxley ComplianceFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Journal Entry PreparationAccount ReconciliationVariance AnalysisFinancial ReportingProcess ImprovementAccrual AccountingFinancial AnalysisAccounting SoftwareExcel ProficiencyInternal Controls

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

SAPBlackLineMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404ComplianceAudit RequestsControllershipFinancial Risk

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly general accounting activities, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliation, variance analysis, and supporting documentation
Support accounts payable accounting reconciliations, accruals, and exception resolution
Assist with close activities according to established schedules
Analyze general ledger balances and identify opportunities to improve account accuracy, streamline processes, and reduce financial risk
Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Procurement, Cash Accounting, and FP&A teams
Research issues, resolve discrepancies, and support process improvements
Maintain compliance with internal controls and support SOX 404 testing, documentation, remediation, and monitoring
Prepare and support internal and external audit requests
Assist with standardization, automation, and accounting-process enhancement projects
Identify process gaps and recommend solutions to strengthen controllership
Generate financial reports and provide monthly flux analysis and quarterly flux explanations for SJE Memo and TBR
Handle ad hoc accounting and analysis requests and one-off controllership tasks
Participate in rotational coverage of ES group mailboxes and process journal entry requests, cost transfers, and accounting inquiries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
Experience in accounting software such as SAP, BlackLine, or similar
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
U.S. citizenship is required
Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Cedar Rapids, IA, Richardson, TX, or Farmington, CT
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance preferred
Excellent time management and organizational skills preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills preferred
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance preferred
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines preferred
Strong analytical skills and complex problem-solving ability preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation package
Healthcare benefits
Wellness benefits
Retirement benefits
Work/life benefits
Parental leave, including paternal leave
Flexible work schedules
Achievement awards
Educational assistance
Child/adult backup care
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available