Property Accountant Job at Evergy Company in Kansas City

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

JOB TITLE: Property Accountant
REQUISITION: ACC001S
DEPARTMENT: Controller - Topeka General Office or Kansas City Headquarters
LOCATION: Topeka, KS or Kansas City, MO
PAY RANGE: Property Accountant I: $52,700 - $65,900
Property Accountant II: $64,500 - $80,600
Sr Property Accountant: $81,800 - $109,100

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as needed.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
* Assist in accounting for the company's plant assets in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rules
* Record, analyze, and monitor plant asset activity
* Perform monthly accounting close activities for the company's plant assets
* Complete account reconciliations
* Prepare journal entries
* Respond to various internal and external data requests, including those related to financial and regulatory reporting requirements
* Effectively communicate with and help train field personnel and other users on plant accounting policies, procedures, and processes, particularly those related to the plant asset accounting system
* Assist with special projects and complete other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
* Related experience in a plant accounting or fixed asset system environment is preferred
* Knowledge of the PowerPlan asset accounting system and/or the PeopleSoft general ledger system is a plus

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including spreadsheets and word processing, is required
* Must be able to apply analytical thinking, creative problem solving, and sound reasoning
* Must have the ability to handle multiple projects and compete assigned tasks within the required time frame.
* Must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and can work effectively with others in a team environment
* A strong understanding of fundamental accounting principles and job-related experience in plant accounting or fixed asset systems is preferred.
* Maintain effective internal controls by developing and following procedures, providing adequate audit trails and maintaining supporting documentation for all aspects of responsibilities

Licenses, Certificates, and/or Testing Required:
* CMA, CPA, or candidates for these certifications are preferred

Working Conditions:
* Structured Hybrid Policy requires employees to be in the office Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and must live either in the state of Kansas or Missouri.
* Job requires some overtime as needed to meet reporting requirements.
* Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance

Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Work Locations: 1KC - Missouri HQ - Floor 20 One Kansas City Place 1200 Main St Kansas City 64105 Job: Accounting Shift: Unposting Date: Sep 17, 2025