Manager, General & Plant Accounting in Marietta, Georgia at Cobb EMC
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Manager, General & Plant Accounting
US-GA-Marietta
Job ID: 2026-1382
# of Openings: 1
Category: Accounting/Finance
Cobb EMC
Overview
Are you an experienced accounting leader who thrives on turning complex financial data into strategic business insights? Do you enjoy partnering with operations, engineering, and executive leadership to drive sound financial decisions? If so, the Manager, General & Plant Accounting position may be the perfect opportunity for you.
At Cobb EMC, we're looking for a talented Manager, General & Plant Accounting to oversee plant accounting, fixed assets, work order accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and team leadership while serving as a key partner in our capital investment strategy.
Why Cobb EMC?Outstanding Benefits Company-paid health insurance premiums
Coverage begins on your first day
Retirement Security Pension Plan
Automatic 7% company contribution to 401(k) plus matching contributions
Annual Bonus Program
Tuition and certification reimbursement opportunities
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To learn more about Cobb EMC visit our website at www.cobbemc.com
Hybrid Schedule after training
3 days in the office | 2 days remote
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Responsibilities
You'll ensure accounting processes align with industry standards and generally accepted accounting principles while providing meaningful financial analysis and reporting to leadership. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing general ledger activity, journal entries, allocations, and month-end close processes
- Performing budget-to-actual variance analysis
- Overseeing labor load allocations and franchise tax reviews
- Preparing annual budgets and supporting monthly financial reporting
- Driving process improvements and operational efficiencies throughout the department
You'll serve as a critical link between Finance, Engineering, and Operations to ensure capital investments are accurately tracked and reported.
- Maintain distribution plant records utilizing PowerPlan
- Review and analyze work orders and capital expenditures
- Coordinate construction work plan budgeting and reporting
- Ensure project and asset accounting accuracy
- Support forecasting and capital deployment reporting efforts
You'll oversee fixed asset accounting and ensure compliance with reporting and tax requirements.
- Manage depreciation and general plant records
- Track asset additions, retirements, and disposals
- Review annual property tax filings
- Support external audits and board reporting requirements
- Prepare capital expenditure and financial reports for senior leadership
As a people leader, you'll play a vital role in coaching, mentoring, and developing accounting professionals.
- Lead hiring, performance management, and employee development
- Foster accountability and continuous improvement
- Manage departmental workload and priorities
- Ensure fair and consistent application of policies and practices
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
Minimum 10 years’ experience in general and/or utility accounting
Demonstrate strong fundamentals of general accounting.
SKILLS:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent organization and planning skills.
Excellent reconciliation and analytical skills.
Effective supervisory skills.
Ability to appropriately handle confidential information.
Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office products, and Fixed Asset systems.
Demonstrate initiative and ownership in managing assigned accounting functions.
Ability to identify risks or process gaps, resolve issues proactively, and ensure timely completion of departmental responsibilities.
Experience with extracting data from software systems into spreadsheets.
Previous supervisory experience.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Preferred:
CPA or CMA
Experience with PowerPlan or similar fixed asset system
Previous utility industry experience in accounting or cost accounting.
Familiarity construction assembly codes, material reporting requirements, FERC or RUS work order procedures, and industry practices
CORE Values:
Put People First
Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.
Stay Safe
No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other
Innovate
Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.
Own It
Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.
EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace