Director - Accounting

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $135,000 - $186,000

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director, Accounting will report to the VP, Accounting and Process and assume a critical role in the overall financial management of the company. The Director - Accounting, directs and supports financial accounting and related processes performed by AVANGRID and its affiliates. Reviews and optimizes processes necessary to comply with all accounting requirements and deliverables in SEC, IFRS and FERC standards.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Scope of work - range of

responsibilities):

• Directs and supervises the preparation of accounting, financial and other information to support compliance with state and federal regulatory financial filings and petitions.

• Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger accounts, balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.

• Analyze impacts of complex operations in IFRS, US GAAP, and FERC financial statements.

• Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures.

• Management of the closing calendar and processes.

• Produce external and internal audit deliverables in accordance with audit plans.

• Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors.

• Mentor and develop the team, managing work allocation, system training, performance evaluations and the building of an effective and efficient team dynamic.

• Center of Excellence for SAP and SAC utilization.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience Required:

• B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

• US GAAP and IFRS experience preferred.

• Master's degree or CPA preferred.

• 10+ years' total accounting experience.

• Power and utilities experience preferred.

• Leading day-to-day accounting functions related to the monthly and yearend close.

• Previous experience managing accounting functions and groups.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong communication and directing abilities to manage both internal and external teams.

• Accounting/financial experience in US GAAP, IFRS, SEC and FERC standards and in regulation, compliance, and monitoring.

• Strong proficiency with SAP or similar ERP.

Financial Responsibility:

Manage Spending: 0

Approximate Budget Responsibility: 10 headcounts (Networks, Renewables and Corporate)

Develop Budget: 0

Manage Spending: 0

Efficiency: 0

Create Revenue Enhancements: 0

Approximate Budget Responsibility: 0

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