Accounting Analyst 3 (Plant Accountant) Job at NW Natural
Non-Union Position
Plant Accounting Staff; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)
Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT
Posting # 4287
The Role:
This position is a key member of the Plant Accounting team, reporting to the Plant Accounting Consultant – Lead. The position plays a crucial role in collaborating with the Plant Accounting team and Subsidiary Accounting teams, owning fixed asset and capital lease accounting and serves as a Subject Matter Expert for Plant Accounting. This position will work closely with other accounting teams, various business departments, and upper management. Day to Day:
Responsible for fixed asset accounting activities including asset creation, cost transfers, capitalized interest and taxes, depreciation and retirements.
Creates and monitors projects in Construction Work in Progress to help ensure timely placement of projects into service.
Accounts for the Company’s leases including recording the recognition of lease assets and liabilities and amortization of the balances.
Prepares general ledger reconciliations and performs SOX controls to help ensure accurate financial reporting.
Performs accounting research and analyses as necessary and presents recommendations to Management.
Assists with setting and periodic review of Capital Accounting policies.
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting reports supporting operational, financial and regulatory reporting.
Prepares documentation to support General Rate Case and Depreciation Studies.
Collaborates with IT&S to create and test new fixed asset accounts, confirming the accounting is properly reflected.
Consults with Technical Accounting to ensure new or modified lease agreements are appropriately classified and accounted for.
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Capital Accounting for Engineering, Operations, IT&S, Finance, Rates & Regulatory Affairs, etc.
Evaluates processes for continual improvement and operates as a SME for the fixed assets accounting systems
Contributes to a strong team environment.
Supports Company’s commitment to a culture of safe work practices. Come on your first day with:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
CPA certificate is preferred.
Minimum five years of applied accounting experience.
Experience in a utility operation and knowledge of standard utility accounting and public utility reporting and filing requirements are highly desired.
Experience using SAP or another general ledger or other financial software system is preferred.
Experience using PowerPlan Fixed Asset and Lease Accounting software is preferred
Attention to detail and analytical skills are required, including the ability to critically think and apply knowledge to business requirements, including understanding the impacts of decisions made.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively with limited supervision.
Requires outstanding ethical standards and values consistent with those of the Company.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally across an organization and in a team environment.
What we offer:
Work Life Balance -
Up to 23 Vacation Days
2 Weeks' Sick Time
10 paid holiday and 3 floating holidays.
Flexible work arrangements
3 weeks paid parental leave
1500 Sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room.
Financial -
Meaningful Annual Incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary
Generous 401K company contribution and match.
15% Discount on ESPP
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Discounts -
20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TRI Met Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Base salary range: $90,350.00 - $128,750.00 per year, depending on qualifications
Annual Target Incentive: Level 3 , 9.5% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.
https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers
Deadline: 3/5/23
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. Pre-employment drug tests are part of the hiring process and apply to all positions.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.
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Plant Accounting Staff; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)
Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT
Posting # 4287
The Role:
This position is a key member of the Plant Accounting team, reporting to the Plant Accounting Consultant – Lead. The position plays a crucial role in collaborating with the Plant Accounting team and Subsidiary Accounting teams, owning fixed asset and capital lease accounting and serves as a Subject Matter Expert for Plant Accounting. This position will work closely with other accounting teams, various business departments, and upper management. Day to Day:
Responsible for fixed asset accounting activities including asset creation, cost transfers, capitalized interest and taxes, depreciation and retirements.
Creates and monitors projects in Construction Work in Progress to help ensure timely placement of projects into service.
Accounts for the Company’s leases including recording the recognition of lease assets and liabilities and amortization of the balances.
Prepares general ledger reconciliations and performs SOX controls to help ensure accurate financial reporting.
Performs accounting research and analyses as necessary and presents recommendations to Management.
Assists with setting and periodic review of Capital Accounting policies.
Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting reports supporting operational, financial and regulatory reporting.
Prepares documentation to support General Rate Case and Depreciation Studies.
Collaborates with IT&S to create and test new fixed asset accounts, confirming the accounting is properly reflected.
Consults with Technical Accounting to ensure new or modified lease agreements are appropriately classified and accounted for.
Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Capital Accounting for Engineering, Operations, IT&S, Finance, Rates & Regulatory Affairs, etc.
Evaluates processes for continual improvement and operates as a SME for the fixed assets accounting systems
Contributes to a strong team environment.
Supports Company’s commitment to a culture of safe work practices. Come on your first day with:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required.
CPA certificate is preferred.
Minimum five years of applied accounting experience.
Experience in a utility operation and knowledge of standard utility accounting and public utility reporting and filing requirements are highly desired.
Experience using SAP or another general ledger or other financial software system is preferred.
Experience using PowerPlan Fixed Asset and Lease Accounting software is preferred
Attention to detail and analytical skills are required, including the ability to critically think and apply knowledge to business requirements, including understanding the impacts of decisions made.
Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively with limited supervision.
Requires outstanding ethical standards and values consistent with those of the Company.
Proven ability to work cross-functionally across an organization and in a team environment.
What we offer:
Work Life Balance -
Up to 23 Vacation Days
2 Weeks' Sick Time
10 paid holiday and 3 floating holidays.
Flexible work arrangements
3 weeks paid parental leave
1500 Sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room.
Financial -
Meaningful Annual Incentive Bonus Opportunity in addition to base salary
Generous 401K company contribution and match.
15% Discount on ESPP
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Discounts -
20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TRI Met Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless
Base salary range: $90,350.00 - $128,750.00 per year, depending on qualifications
Annual Target Incentive: Level 3 , 9.5% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.
https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers
Deadline: 3/5/23
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. Pre-employment drug tests are part of the hiring process and apply to all positions.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.
Please Note :
blog.nvalabs.org is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, blog.nvalabs.org provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.