Senior Financial Reporting Analyst

California Water Service

Job Description:

The Senior Financial Reporting Analyst prepares various general ledger journal entries, performs complex financial analysis, prepares annual CPUC report, and assists in quarterly and annual SEC reporting. This position is located in San Jose, California.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs various GL accounts analysis and reconciliations

• Prepares journal entries for the month-end, quarter-end, and annual close

• Prepares supporting documents for the quarterly financial reporting package including income statements, balance sheets, and statement of cash flow

• Prepares quarterly flux analysis for the auditors

• Enhances financial reporting by streamlining and refining the process to assist management in business decision-making

• Monitors the monthly/quarterly close process

• Prepares annual CPUC report for the Company; responds to inquiries from the Rates Department or CPUC

• Analyzes and establishes Bad Debt reserve, Inventory reserve, and Workers Comp reserve

• Reconciles deferred compensation and SERP between reports from the third party and GL

• Complies with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements by ensuring adherence to internal controls

• Works with internal and external auditors

• Performs other duties as assigned to fulfill business operational needs and objectives

• Performs work on-site in the assigned office location

• Attends meetings and trainings as directed by the Company

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and/or equivalent relevant experience

• CPA is desirable

• Five to ten years of increasingly responsible experience in accounting with three consecutive years in general ledger

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications

• Valid California Driver License

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Advanced level of software knowledge and understanding

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and management

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills

• Detail-oriented and experienced in analyzing and improving processes

• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

• Knowledge in ERP Application is desirable

Salary Range: $102,000 - $189,400

Deadline to submit resume is Thursday, October 16, 2025

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.