Tax Accountant II

Position: Tax Accountant II

Location: Remote Within Chesapeake Service Territory

What makes us great

• At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress.  We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships. 

 Joining the CUC team will get you:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Who you are...

• Experience with Tax Provision, Tax Return, and Public Utility (preferred).
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Strong analytical skills. Strong Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to research accounting and tax issues independently and communicate conclusions effectively in both oral and written means.

What you'll be working on...

• Prepares and files consolidated federal and corresponding state tax returns.
• Compiles supporting financial statements, disclosures, and documents as it relates to current and deferred income taxes.
• Assists with state sales and use tax, gross receipts tax, excise tax, etc., in the company’s and subsidiaries’ tax jurisdictions.
• Performs tax research, develop resolutions and present findings to management.
• Prepares account reconciliations, including the timely investigation and resolution of discrepancies and reconciling items.
• Assists the Manager - Financial Reporting and Tax Compliance in the preparation of quarterly and annual subsidiary financial statements and state commission reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, federal/state-specific utility regulation, internal controls and Company policies and practices.
• Prepares journal entries and assists in analyzing financial results and variances, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Assists the Manager - Financial Reporting and Tax Compliance in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax provision.
• Assists the Regulatory team in fulfilling rate case requests and analyses for filings and/or other tax reporting requirements.

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com