Evergy
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 complete assigned tasks within the required time frame.
Must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and can work effectively with others in a team environment.
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.
EEO Statement 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.
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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 complete assigned tasks within the required time frame.
Must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and can work effectively with others in a team environment.
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.
EEO Statement 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.
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