Tampa Electric Company
Title: Accountant Sr
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida- Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
Position Overview The Senior Accountant - Property Accounting plays a critical role in managing and analyzing property, plant, and equipment (PPE) for Tampa Electric and affiliated Florida operations. This position ensures accurate accounting and compliance for over $13 billion in assets, supporting financial integrity and regulatory requirements. The role combines technical accounting expertise with knowledge of utility operations to deliver accurate reporting and process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Asset Management: Oversee accounting for plant assets in compliance with GAAP, FERC, and regulatory standards. Perform unitization of capital work orders and monitor in-service dates.
Financial Close & Reporting: Execute month-end close activities including AFUDC calculations, asset retirements, depreciation, and journal entries. Prepare PPE forecasts and actuals for business planning and cost models.
Compliance & Controls: Maintain FERC property records, ensure adherence to capitalization policies, SOX controls, and support internal/external audits.
Collaboration & Training: Partner with Finance and field teams to provide guidance on property accounting policies and processes. Respond to internal and external data requests.
Process Improvement: Apply judgment to resolve complex accounting issues, improve workflows, and support regulatory efforts.
Qualifications Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting or related discipline
Experience
Required: 4+ years in Finance/Accounting or Engineering
Preferred: Utility industry experience in PPE accounting, with 2+ years in a senior or lead role
Certifications
Preferred: CPA or PE license
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of GAAP, FERC accounting, and utility regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, PowerPlan, and Work Management Systems preferred
Core Competencies
Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value assets in a regulated utility environment, contribute to financial and operational excellence, and collaborate across multiple business areas. If you thrive in a dynamic, detail-driven setting and want to make an impact on critical infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary
401k Savings plan w/ company matching
Pension plan
Paid time off
Paid Holiday time
Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
On-site Fitness Centers
Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS…Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to stormswill beconsidered a condition of employment. TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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State and City: Florida- Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
Position Overview The Senior Accountant - Property Accounting plays a critical role in managing and analyzing property, plant, and equipment (PPE) for Tampa Electric and affiliated Florida operations. This position ensures accurate accounting and compliance for over $13 billion in assets, supporting financial integrity and regulatory requirements. The role combines technical accounting expertise with knowledge of utility operations to deliver accurate reporting and process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
Asset Management: Oversee accounting for plant assets in compliance with GAAP, FERC, and regulatory standards. Perform unitization of capital work orders and monitor in-service dates.
Financial Close & Reporting: Execute month-end close activities including AFUDC calculations, asset retirements, depreciation, and journal entries. Prepare PPE forecasts and actuals for business planning and cost models.
Compliance & Controls: Maintain FERC property records, ensure adherence to capitalization policies, SOX controls, and support internal/external audits.
Collaboration & Training: Partner with Finance and field teams to provide guidance on property accounting policies and processes. Respond to internal and external data requests.
Process Improvement: Apply judgment to resolve complex accounting issues, improve workflows, and support regulatory efforts.
Qualifications Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting or related discipline
Experience
Required: 4+ years in Finance/Accounting or Engineering
Preferred: Utility industry experience in PPE accounting, with 2+ years in a senior or lead role
Certifications
Preferred: CPA or PE license
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of GAAP, FERC accounting, and utility regulations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, PowerPlan, and Work Management Systems preferred
Core Competencies
Analytical and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value assets in a regulated utility environment, contribute to financial and operational excellence, and collaborate across multiple business areas. If you thrive in a dynamic, detail-driven setting and want to make an impact on critical infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.
TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary
401k Savings plan w/ company matching
Pension plan
Paid time off
Paid Holiday time
Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
On-site Fitness Centers
Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS…Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to stormswill beconsidered a condition of employment. TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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