Senior Finance/Accounting Analyst - Portland, Oregon #112481 Job at PacifiCorp, Portland, OR

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  • PacifiCorp
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

Senior Finance/Accounting Analyst - Portland, Oregon #112481

Date: Aug 16, 2024

Location: PORTLAND, OR, US, 97232

Company: PacifiCorp

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PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose

Conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of alternatives and recommendations. Presents analysis and recommendations to management and may implement selected alternative. Analyses include, but are not limited to, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analysis, trending/forecasting, financial analysis, budget analysis and reporting.

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 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.
  • Assist in transmission cluster study activities including tracking customer deposits and processing refunds.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A minimum of five 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.

Preferences

  • Advanced degree and/or relevant certifications.
  • General understanding of FERC Code of Regulations.
  • Experience in SAP Financial Systems modules.
  • General understanding of utility economics and accounting, as well as utility commission rules and regulations.
  • End to end knowledge of the various transmission transactional activities from source data to settlement.
  • General understanding of the transmission tariff and applicable provisions for financial settlement.
  • Experience in negotiating and settlement of contractual and billing disputes.
  • Electrical engineering knowledge or general understanding of metering data.
  • Knowledge in Transmission Scheduling practices including understanding tagging and related industry rules.
  • Experience working with legal contracts and ability to interpret and apply contractual language.
  • Experience in billing, collections, and financial analysis.
  • Proficient with using and programming COGNOS reports.
  • Working knowledge of the Company's Operational Systems including MV-90, AS400, MV-PBS, and OASIS.

Additional Information

Req Id: 112481
Company Code: PacifiCorp
Primary Location: PORTLAND
Department: CFO
Schedule: FT
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $76,200 - $89,600
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 12% of salary.


Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. For more information, please visit:

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.


At PacifiCorp, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.


Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.



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