Accountant I or II

Job Posting End Date

04-02-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Kickstart your accounting career in a supportive, fast-moving environment where your work matters. The Accountant I or II provides essential accounting support for AEP companies, with responsibilities centered on preparing and reviewing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and contributing to the general ledger close process. As you progress from Accountant I to Accountant II, you’ll take on more complex assignments and a greater level of review responsibility. This role plays a key part in maintaining accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity across the AEP system while supporting a culture of excellence and innovation.

At AEP, we invest in your future. As an Accountant I or II, you’ll gain exposure to complex accounting processes and regulatory reporting, positioning you for advancement into higher profile accounting roles or specialized positions in financial planning and analysis or company operations. We offer training, mentorship, and tuition assistance to support your career journey. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values your development and long-term success, we’re looking for you!

Job Description

• Salary Range between $64,000-$87,000
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) Match
• AEP Pension
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Please note that this role is eligible for the employee referral bonus program. For additional information, refer to the Workday Help article "Employee Referral Bonus Program" by searching in the Workday search bar.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$63,496.00 - $93,188.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.