Moss Adams - Julie Desimone

Industry Expertise

Government Services Power & Utilities Renewable Energy

Practice Focus

Contract Compliance Financial Statement Audits Performance Audits Process & Internal Controls Reviews & Compilations

Biography

Julie has been dedicated to auditing, accounting, and consulting in energy and utilities since 2002. Her unique blend of skills encompasses industry analysis, advanced utility accounting, contracting, internal control evaluation, litigation support, and relationship management, which makes her an invaluable asset to her clients.

She currently leads the energy and utilities and renewable energy national practices. She has also served in the executive and assurance committees and the recruiting program. Her influence extends to many prestigious organizations, including FASB and GASB collaborations.

Julie is also regularly invited to speak on technical, operational, and industry-related topics.

Professional Affiliations

Board member, Washington State University Business Advisory
Board member and treasurer, Grid Forward
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member, Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants

Education

BA, accounting, Washington State University

Insights from Julie Desimone

Drive Advancement with Good Governance for Utilities and Energy Companies

Gain insights into habits and best practices that help build an effective board for utility and energy organizations.

Energy Accounting and Tax Update

Understanding key regulatory developments and their impacts on the energy industry is critical for your organization.

Good Governance for Utilities and Energy Companies

Join our webcast where we discuss how to establish board practices that will set the right tone for your business.

Navigate Change with Regulatory Accounting for Utilities

Regulatory accounting is a tool utilities can use to manage differences between accounting standards and rate-setting.

Trends and Developments Impacting the Energy Industry

Navigate trends, changes, and developments in the energy industry that could impact your company in 2023.

Energy Leases: Power & Utilities and Renewable Energy

Learn how the FASB’s new lease standards could affect your power, utility, or renewable energy company.

How to Elevate Your Utility’s Budgeting and Further Operational Goals

Discover an approach to budgeting that can help you focus on long-term priorities rather than dollars and cents.

5 Steps to Improve Energy Project Compliance During COVID-19

Learn how a construction audit could result in better cost, schedule, and risk management.

How Utilities Companies Can Make Efficient Accounting Changes During COVID-19

Learn how your company could identify inefficiency and simplify processes in the new work-from-home environment caused by COVID-19.

How the Renewable Energy Sector Will Grow Despite Waning Tax Credits

Explore how state-level mandates and declining consumer costs are creating renewable energy opportunities in the face of waning federal credits.

Streamline Your Utility’s Operations and Boost Efficiency Through Collaboration

Increasing collaboration throughout your utility can improve efficiencies and bolster the strength of the organization—now and into the future. Get the details.

Disruption in Power & Utilities

Understand the changes affecting the power and utilities sector and how you can prepare.

Impacts of Disruption on the Renewable Energy Industry

Changes in investments, acquisitions, and technology are impacting the industry. Learn how your business can prepare.

When Should Your Power or Utility Company Seek Construction Audit Services?

Construction audits introduce exciting opportunities for growth as well as significant challenges. Learn how to get started and what to expect.

How to Achieve Climate Goals with All-Electric Development

Changing energy standards are substantially affecting developers. Learn five key steps to achieve your climate goals, adopt changes, and stay competitive.

6 Focus Areas to Recruit, Onboard, and Inspire Your Utility Accounting Team

Following these six steps can help your utility appeal to the right talent, decrease onboarding costs, and improve long-term business efficiencies.

Five Key Steps for Completing Your Annual Financial Report On Time and Within Budget

Plan, prepare, and produce a clear and effective annual financial report shortly after fiscal year-end with these tips.

Save Time and Resources: Invest Upfront in Your Capital Improvement Project

Complete your company’s capital improvement project on time and in budget with these key steps and frequently asked questions.