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Lead Accounting Analyst

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Duke Energy

Charlotte, NC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/28/2026

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Job Description

Lead Accounting Analyst Duke Energy relocation assistance United States, North Carolina, Charlotte May 26, 2026 Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Friday, May 29, 2026 More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.
Position Summary:
This role is responsible for providing assistance to a team of analysts that provide financial analysis and reporting support for the Capital and Asset Reporting and Analytics function within Asset Accounting. This position requires a blended knowledge of technical and functional financial reporting and analysis skills. This position will have direct responsibility to determine that our accounting in this area meets FERC, GAAP and State requirements. This position will oversee complex capital and asset accounting matters; therefore, strong analytical skills and the ability to exercise judgment are essential.
Responsibilities:
Prepare balance sheet and income statement variance analysis (AFUDC and Depreciation Expense analysis, etc.) Prepare financial schedules (capital expenditures, cash flows, footnote disclosures, etc.) required for SEC reporting. Analyze the application of AFUDC on capital projects Support analysis regarding the calculation of depreciation Prepare and coordinate preparation and review of data requests, governmental filings, including quarterly and annual FERC reports. Provide financial, accounting, and business management analytical support to various levels of management and customers. Lead and coordinate special projects and data requests as needed Work with internal and external auditors, providing necessary information and answering questions as needed. Maintain good working knowledge of accounting policies and impacts as required. Champion process improvements to produce efficiencies at all stages of the accounting process. Overtime may be required during monthly/quarterly/annual closing processes
Basic/Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree with major in Accounting/Finance or related discipline Five (5) plus years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field in addition to degree Possesses and applies fundamental accounting and finance concepts, practices, and procedures Experience with financial applications (i.e., PeopleSoft, HFM, PowerPlan, etc.) and query tool (WebI) Experience using Microsoft products such as
Excel, Word and Power Point Desired Qualifications:
CPA or CPA candidate or Graduate degree in Accounting, Business or related fields Seven (7+) years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field in addition to degree Experience with monthly close process, general accounting, and financial reporting (FERC/GAAP) Previous experience in Utility, utility asset or regulatory accounting environment Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills Familiar with capital project and asset accounting concepts (Construction work in progress, plant in service, salvage, cost of removal, retirement and unitization) Experience with financial systems: OneStream, WEBI, PeopleSoft, Power Plan; and Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience with Regulatory Accounting and ratemaking concepts Demonstrate ability to effectively perform at a senior level, including ability to work independently and training and mentoring junior staff Prior experience in leading a team or project along with ability to work in a team environment and foster good relationships with teammates and customers Developing process improvements and best practices based on expertise and institutional knowledge Excellent written and oral communication skills (including leading meetings)
Working Conditions:
Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable dailycommute to a Duke Energy facility.
Office Environment Specific Requirements:
Must have 5+ years (8+ desired) of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field in addition to degree #LI-BM1 #LI-Hybrid Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)No Represented/Union PositionNo Visa Sponsored PositionNo Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility