Expert Technical Accounting

Pacific Gas And Electric Company•Oakland, CA

1d•$118,000 - $188,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Technical Accounting performs derivative accounting assessments, helps business partners understand the accounting implications of alternative structures, research complex accounting issues, implements accounting standards, and educates others on accounting topics, including preparing and supporting the application of company accounting policies. The Expert Technical Accounting Analyst will work with business partners to evaluate potential opportunities and challenges using their deep understanding of technical accounting. You will then synthesize research, provide perspective, and develop implications for line of business and/or company. You will collaborate with ad hoc teams and provide thought leadership to Corporate Accounting. This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and the Oakland General Office one day per week on average or based on business needs or company requirements.

Requirements

BA/BS or equivalent in Accounting, Economics, or Business or equivalent work experience
7 years of relevant, recent accounting experience

Nice To Haves

CPA license
Knowledge of GAAP
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Utility accounting experience (e.g., ASC 980)
Technical accounting experience working with derivatives, leases, revenue recognition, etc.
Ability to manage a variety of projects and timelines.
SEC reporting experience
Public Accounting experience

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining accounting policies, reporting requirements, rules, and regulations
Performing analyses and documenting accounting conclusions for complex issues
Developing recommendations for senior leadership
Supporting the maintenance of comprehensive accounting policies
Ensures accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations
Contributing and/or leading implementation of new accounting standards and quantification of accounting impacts
Reviewing accounting conclusions for commodity power purchase agreements
Reviewing journal entries and disclosures for mark-to-market, price risk management, fair value and other
Establish and maintain relationships with business partners
Building and maintaining relationships with key business partners (e.g., Energy Procurement, Law, Treasury, Corporate and Capital Accounting) to contribute to early identification of transactions and changes that could have potential accounting / reporting impacts.
Assisting in the development of education and training for business on accounting topics
Assist in the set-up of processes, procedures, and other improvement efficiencies
Contributing to the improvement in the effectiveness of communications with business partners, and gaining efficiencies during monthly close and reporting
Contributing to the department and company initiatives to improve processes and understands / translates financial impacts.