Section Manager

Mission Statement

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities - safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

Core Responsibilities

Must be committed to The Way We Work principles, Standards of Business Conduct, Cybersecurity, and EH&S procedures.Research, review, and oversee implementation of new FASB, SEC or PSC/FERC rules or standards, across all CEI companies and including associated technology systems if any. Develop staff's technical research and writing skills for key deliverables including implementation memos, GAPs and Accounting Opinions.Review and oversee staff's preparation/revision of Accounting Opinions and General Accounting Procedures. Ensure proper accounting, documentation, controls and implementation. Maintain focus on staff's preparation of such procedures to ensure sufficient progress towards KPI.Review staff's calculation and analysis of various liabilities and reserves in accordance with GAAP. Develop staff's project management and leadership skills by overseeing their periodic meetings with business users to ensure adequacy and sufficiency of reserves.Oversee the staff's preparation and response to auditors for employee benefit plan financial statements.Lead staff in the preparation of and perform review of assigned deliverables including footnotes for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and SOX controls.Assume project management responsibilities for testing of relevant systems, preparation/implementation of proposed/new standards, and provide staff oversight, technical support, and project management for major contemplated transactions.Perform other tasks and assignments as required.

Required Education/Experience

Bachelor's Degree Accounting, Finance and 8 years of work experience in Finance or Accounting orMaster's Degree Accounting, Finance and 6 years of work experience in Finance or Accounting

Preferred Education/Experience

Master's Degree Accounting, Finance and 6 years of work experience in Finance or Accounting

Relevant Work Experience

Minimum of 8 years of work experience in Finance or Accounting Required Minimum of 3 years of experience directly supervising people working in Accounting. Required CPA preferred Preferred

Skills & Ability

Performs work independently with minimal supervisionStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to lead/manage othersWell organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignmentsDemonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureAbility to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlinesDemonstrates a high commitment to qualityPossesses strong technical aptitudeMust be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License RequiredCertified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferrederred upon hire Preferred

Other Physical Demands

Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.

Technical Difficulty Statement

For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.