Director Financial Reporting
American Electric PowerColumbus, Ohio, United States
Posted December 5, 2025
155761 - 202490.5 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Our team at American Electric Power is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We are investing $54 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 16,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 225,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 29,000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia and West Virginia), AEP Appalachian Power (in Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit aep.com.
Job Description
The Director of Financial Reporting will be responsible for the preparation of financial statements in compliance with SEC, U.S. GAAP and FERC requirements. The individual will also assist with the preparation and review of internal management reports, accounting and internal controls related to financial reporting, and preparation of financial reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with a concentration in Accounting
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in industry/public accounting
- CPA certification preferred
- Strong competency in written and oral communication
- Proficient in Microsoft applications required
- Detail oriented with an ability to employ a logical approach to accomplish objectives and solve issues
- Ability to lead multiple projects and adapt to changing circumstances and requirements
- Ability to promote a positive culture within a team setting
- Ability to lead and manage others
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off