Hiring: Accountant Senior or Accountant Principal Company: American Electric Power Location: Columbus, OH Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 14:36:12 Employment Type: On-site About the job Experience: •3 years of accounting experience required. (Accountant Senior) •4 years of accounting experience required. (Accountant Principal) •In-depth knowledge of GAAP and regulatory reporting requirements. •Proficiency in Microsoft products and familiarity with ERP systems. PeopleSoft experience preferred. •Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior. Required Skills: •Perform general ledger accounting functions, including developing and reviewing journal entry processes, reviewing high‑risk account reconciliations, conducting balance sheet reviews, and performing detailed account activity analysis using data analytics tools. •Serve as a process leader by helping plan resources, coordinate activities, and meet deadlines within the accounting function for assigned areas of responsibility. •Ensure financial system applications operate accurately and timely to support monthly close and other critical reporting schedules. •Prepare, review, and present monthly, quarterly, and year‑to‑date variance analyses. •Ensure compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements, internal controls, and established accounting policies. •Develop and perform analytic procedures to support financial integrity and provide business insights to AEP partners. •Develop and maintain strong working relationships within Accounting and with other AEP business partners. •Oversee the preparation, review, and accuracy of monthly reports, billings, and internal management reports for internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with an Accounting concentration. •Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! •CPA or progress towards certification preferred. Compensation: •$87,633 - $128,688 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!