Principal Supervisor - Asset Management - Reporting

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing inputs that support Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) reporting requirements. Oversees the financial inputs and preparation of reports for monthly management reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities. Leads and supports the team to perform system administration responsibilities, including daily interface monitoring, issue resolution, and monthly system close activities. Ensures efficient operation of daily processing and functions and advises workflow improvements.

Span of Control: Leads a team of 4-5 individual contributors

Key Accountabilities

• Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory accounting requirements, and rate case support obligations to align company processes and workflows to the standards.
• Liaises with internal and external auditors, partners with auditors to rectify any control concerns or issues and ensures Asset Management activities meet Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements.
• Identifies areas for improvement in existing report data and executes enhancements to ensure processes are efficient, accurate, and operating smoothly.
• Leads the team through capital-related accounting analysis, budgeting and forecasting activities, and resolution of complex accounting matters.
• Leads and supports team with delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting inputs and inquiries to External Reporting and other business partners.
• Oversees system administration activities, including master data creation, interface monitoring, system close support, and issue resolution.
• Collaborates cross-functionally within the accounting teams to support a successful and timely monthly close process.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business and seven years of experience in auditing, financial accounting, or financial reporting, inclusive of 1 year of informal leadership or leading projects experience.

Other Qualifications

Preferred

• Master Bachelor Administration (MBA)
• CPA designation or five years of public accounting experience.
• Continuous improvement or process improvement experience.
• Relevant experience in the energy or utility industry.
• Experience with the PowerPlan platform.

Other Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, projects, and deliverables effectively.
• Ability to work overtime during peak reporting periods; flexibility in working hours is required.
• Balances multiple demands from leaders, direct reports, peers, and business partners in a positive and even-handed manner; maintains composure under pressure.
• Collaboration skills to create and foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment within the team and across functional areas.
• Leadership skills to motivate, coach, and mentor team members and others, provide ongoing constructive feedback.
• Communication skills to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with individuals at all levels inside and outside the company.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products and related business applications.

Additional Information

Incumbents may perform all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities described above and may use a variety of the competencies cited in this description, depending on the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.