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Category:  Other
Job Ref:  9332
Job Type:  Permanent
Country:  United States
State/Province:  Illinois
City:  Chicago
Job Description
Company Highlights At Exelon, we've got a place for you. Exelon is developing sustainable energy to provide for the communities of today and planning for a brighter tomorrow. Exelon knows the future of energy is you.

As a Chicago based Fortune 150 Company, with more than $15 billion annual revenues, Exelon distributes electricity to approximately 5.4 million customers in Illinois and Pennsylvania, and gas to 480,000 customers in the Philadelphia area. In addition to energy delivery, Exelon's operations include energy generation and power marketing and has one of the industry's largest portfolios of electricity generation capacity, with a nationwide reach and strong positions in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic.

We know that before we can supply 41,000 megawatts of energy to our customers, we need to recognize that each of our employees plays an integral part in the process. The result? Changing the way the American power industry powers America. For you, this means advancement, challenge, and a company like no other.

Join Exelon and you can share your ideas at a forward-thinking company and the next big idea could be yours. You've just found Exelon, a place where you can truly shine. Business Unit Overview Business Services provides Exelon and its subsidiaries with financial, human resource, legal, information technology, supply management and corporate governance services. Job Description PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
Perform a variety of accounting assignments related to the support of corporate accounting operations by overseeing
various accounting functions within the Business Unit, Operating Company or Subsidiary (¿assigned entity¿). Produce
accurate and timely financial statements for assigned entity and its various legal entities as needed, including, if
appropriate, FERC based financial statements. Assist financial analysts within assigned entity in recording and
reporting financial transactions accurately and timely, and if required, participate in the Planning and Analysis function
for the business unit or functional area of responsibility. Maintain and identify opportunities to enhance internal
controls and support regulatory compliance and business planning by performing analyses applicable to areas of
responsibility.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Work closely and liaise throughout the assigned entity, the Corporate Controller¿s Group, operating unit finance personnel, and the broader finance community within Exelon regarding accounting activities and issues. Collaborate on special projects and special requests as required for the Controller¿s Group. Interact with internal and external auditors, Corporate Controller¿s Department and business units as required to accomplish goals.

Prepare, review and analyze account reconciliations for companies and/or designated functions
within assigned entity.

Support and participate in the monthly financial statement close process for assigned entity, ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely as well as analyzing and reviewing financial statements and variances.

Prepare the monthly reporting packages for corporate entities including analysis of current actual
results to prior period actual results for assigned business units for use in Board and Senior
Management reporting and external reporting.

Provide support in the accounting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting of various centrally maintained accounts and/or investments as applicable to operations of assigned entity. Ensure the implementation of changes in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
4-year degree in accounting, finance or general business administration.
Experience is typically upper mid-level 5 to 8 years in accounting, financial reporting or related field. Experience preferred in Public Accounting, or related industry
experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Internal accounting controls acumen along with general knowledge of accounting systems and technology.
Commitment to highest standards of quality and integrity.
Solid financial, mathematical and analytical capabilities and ability to perform complex computations.
Strong project management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills and team working capabilities enabling one to interface at all levels. Equal Employment Statement Exelon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Post Date:  08/17/2010
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