Sr. Accountant, Corporate
Company: Delta Utilities Services, LLC
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE The Senior
Corporate Accountant is responsible for managing complex accounting
processes, system integrations, and financial reporting within a
corporate accounting environment that relies heavily on Oracle ERP
Cloud. This position serves as a key liaison between the
Accounting, Finance, and IT departments ensuring that accounting
operations are efficient, automated, and compliant with GAAP, FERC,
and company policy. ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ensure
compliance with U.S. GAAP, FERC accounting, and internal controls
(SOX or equivalent frameworks). Maintain and reconcile corporate
general ledger accounts, intercompany balances, and subledger
integrations. Support external audits, internal reporting, and
regulatory reporting requirements. Serve as the functional subject
matter expert for Oracle Fusion Financials, including General
Ledger (GL), Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Accounts Payable
(AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Cash Management. Partner with
IT and Finance teams to optimize system configurations, workflows,
and reporting hierarchies. Manage accounting master data governance
(chart of accounts, cost centers, asset categories, etc.) and
enforce system controls. Lead user acceptance testing (UAT), patch
testing, and new module rollouts. Design and maintain custom
financial reports using Oracle OTBI, Smart View, and Financial
Reporting Studio. Analyze accounting processes to identify
automation and efficiency opportunities within Oracle and related
systems (e.g., EPM, PBCS, or Data Lake integrations). Coordinate
with IT to implement new interfaces between Oracle and other
business systems (procurement, HR, project management, etc.).
Support data migration, system conversions, and acquisition
integration activities. Develop and document accounting policies,
procedures, and system workflows. Work closely with Finance,
FP&A, IT, and Operations to ensure financial data integrity and
timeliness. Provide training and guidance to accountants and
business users on Oracle functionality and best practices.
Participate in cross-functional steering committees for ERP or
digital transformation initiatives. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Minimum
education required of the position Bachelor’s degree in Accounting,
Finance, or related field. Minimum experience required of the
position 5 plus years of corporate or public accounting experience.
Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position
Advanced proficiency in Oracle ERP Cloud Financials
(implementation, configuration, or support experience required).
Strong understanding of accounting systems architecture,
integrations, and reporting structures. Solid knowledge of U.S.
GAAP; FERC or regulatory accounting exposure preferred. Preferred:
Experience with Oracle EPM, PBCS, or Hyperion Financial Management.
SQL or data analysis tools (Power BI, Tableau, or Azure Data Lake
familiarity). Prior involvement in ERP implementation, acquisition
conversion, or financial system upgrade projects. Excellent
communication skills with both accounting and IT stakeholders. Any
certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position Preferred:
CPA or progress toward certification. Physical Requirements Able to
operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop. Able to sit
for extended periods of time. Able to operate a copy machine, fax
machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office
equipment. Able to exert up to 10 Lbs. of force occasionally, and
/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or
otherwise move objects. Working Conditions The Physical Demands
described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential
functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within
your scope of responsibilities. Job duties are performed in a
normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels. Work
is predominately done while standing or sitting. The ability to
comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are
required. Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
About Delta Utilities Delta Utilities is a natural gas utility
headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural
gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. We understand the
value of dependable energy and our important role in building
stronger, more resilient communities. Delta Utilities is a $1.7
billion organization that represents 600,000 customers and is among
the top 40 natural gas utilities in the United States. Delta
Utilities acquired CenterPoint Energy's natural gas utility
operations in Louisiana and Mississippi in April 2025 and acquired
Entergy's natural gas utilities in Baton Rouge and New Orleans in
July 2025. Delta Utilities is regulated by the Louisiana Public
Service Commission, the Mississippi Public Service Commission, and
the New Orleans City Council. We work closely with our regulatory
agencies to deliver safe and reliable natural gas service and
maintain fair rates for our customers. Learn more at
https://deltautilities.com. Delta Utilities and associated entities
are equal-opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against
employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized
basis or any protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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