Financial Accounting Analyst/Specialist

PacifiCorp•Portland, OR

32d•$77,200 - $122,100•Onsite

About The Position

Step into a role where your analytical skills fuel smarter business outcomes. From building financial models to evaluating forecasts and budgets, you’ll research data, explore alternatives, and deliver insights that help leaders make sound, strategic decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of four years experience in accounting or a related field with strong data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, and modeling.
A strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience in financial analysis.
Ability to listen and communicate effectively through oral and written means.
Knowledge of applicable Company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information.
Communication and interpersonal skills including ability to consult with internal and external customers regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive in nature.
Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
Proficient with the use of personal computers to gather, analyze, and summarize data especially excel and prior experience with financial accounting systems.
Knowledge of research, analysis, and consulting techniques, procedures, practices, and applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
A minimum of five years’ experience in accounting, finance or a related field.
Ability to analyze complex transactions, their accounting treatment and financial statement implications.
A strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience in financial statement preparation and analysis.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills include the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence, and understand social behavior and interactions.
Ability to listen and communicate effectively through oral and written means.
Proficient with the use of personal computers to gather, analyze, and summarize data.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree and/or CPA designation.
General understanding of utility economics and accounting
Experience in accounting information systems.
Experience in SAP Financial Systems modules.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly billing for transmission service contracts involving complex spreadsheets.
Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual FERC/regulatory reports.
Summarize monthly financial transactions covering transmissions services.
Process internal controls to maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Track customer activity for outstanding accounts receivables.
Analyze and reconcile general ledger data including preparing journal entries.
Prepare and review monthly billing of transmissions service agreements.
Manage in transmission agreements and ensure proper financial reporting.
Research and analyze meter and schedule data and address and resolve data problems for accurate customer billing.
Assist in resolving customer issues and disputes as they arise.
Assist in contract documentation and implementation of contract provisions and ensure alignment with operation activities.
Assist in response to data requests from auditors, regulation, and other ad hoc assignments.
Assist in maintaining policies, procedures, business processes, and contract activities.
Preparation of billings for construction activities.
Track maintenance and capital work for settlement on joint-owner assets.
Develop operational knowledge over control center activities.
Support the annual business planning process by coordinating with business partners, validating inputs, and consolidating submissions for leadership review.
Build and maintain driver-based financial models (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow) to support forecasts and the business plan.
Prepare and submit monthly forecasts, including assumption documentation, driver updates, and variance explanations versus prior forecast, plan, and actuals.
Develop forecast and plan reporting that highlights key drivers, risks, and opportunities; communicate results and recommended actions to stakeholders.
Maintain forecast and plan support files (assumptions, drivers, reconciliations, and data sources) to ensure transparency and auditability.
Improve FP&A forecasting and planning processes (calendar, templates, and data validation) to increase consistency, accuracy, and timeliness.
Perform ad hoc scenario and sensitivity analysis to support leadership decisions; summarize impacts and recommendations in clear, concise deliverables.