Resource Accounting Analyst

Avista•Spokane, WA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

We currently have an opportunity on our Resource Accounting team. This team is primarily responsible for the accounting, financial reporting and forecasting related to power and natural gas resources that contribute to utility gross margin. The ideal candidate possesses strong accounting fundamentals with the ability to learn quickly, leverage technology and data effectively, and contribute to process improvements that strengthen controls, streamline workflows, and support accurate, timely financial reporting. Additionally, a proactive approach to learning and adaptability are key success factors; utility experience is preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, accounting, general business, tax, statistics or a related field is required.
2+ years of accounting experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of theory and general practices of subject area.
Demonstrated advance understanding of the accounting field and good understanding of the company’s business processes and operations.
5+ years of accounting experience.
Considerable knowledge of the theory and practices of related accounting field.
Demonstrated depth of technical competency indicating mastery of the theory and practice of the subject area.
Demonstrated knowledge and big picture understanding of major business processes and operations.
8+ years of progressive responsibility in accounting.
Requires the capacity to work with peers, external auditors, and management.
Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, internal controls and regulatory rules/regulations is required.
Demonstrate effective and flexible verbal and written communication skills, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated advanced level of technical expertise and Independent decision making.
Demonstrated initiative, ownership and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Utility experience is preferred.
Demonstrated informal leadership preferred.
CPA preferred.
Masters in accounting, finance, economics, general business, tax, or statistics preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly close entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Analyze accounting transactions, identify issues, research applicable guidance, and recommend appropriate resolutions.
Support compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, internal controls, and SOX procedures.
Analyze monthly financial results and prepare budgets and forecasts as required.
Collaborate with internal customers, auditors, regulators, and cross functional teams to support business and reporting needs.
Contribute to process improvements, efficiencies, and documentation across accounting activities.