Accountant III - Power Supply

Golden Valley Electric Association•Fairbanks, AK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Golden Valley Electric Association as an Accountant III – Power Supply in Fairbanks, Alaska, and play a key role in supporting the financial operations of GVEA's Power Supply Division. You will provide accounting and financial analysis support for plant operations, including budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, project accounting, inventory, and financial reporting. This position works closely with plant managers and accounting leadership to analyze operating costs, maintain accurate financial records, support capital projects, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting. You will also work with large datasets and financial systems to provide meaningful financial information that supports operational decision-making. With a starting salary of $99,102 annually, Grade 12, DOE, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to apply their financial expertise in a unique utility and power generation environment. You will receive great benefits, including a Defined Pension, 401(k) match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), Tuition Reimbursements, and Bereavement Leave. Join GVEA and help support the financial performance behind reliable power for Interior Alaska!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and reporting.
Experience with integrated financial systems, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and project accounting.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial reporting.
Valid Alaska driver's license.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide financial and accounting support to GVEA's Power Supply Division while ensuring accurate records and compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
Analyze plant operating costs and statistics.
Assist with budgeting and forecasting.
Prepare regulatory and financial reports.
Reconcile accounts.
Support plant inventory and capital project accounting.
Assist with audits.
Monitor internal controls.
Analyze large datasets.
Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting, and business processes.