Sr Finance/Accounting Specialist (Portland, OR / Salt Lake City, UT) #113763

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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 inclusion & belonging.

General Purpose

The senior finance and accounting specialist prepares financial and business-related analyses and other work product supporting the following areas of focus: O&M expense, capital expense, business planning, workforce, regulatory filings and discovery, general accounting and month-end close activities, and general finance and business support to internal client organizations. Provides advice and counsel to management and client organizations. Conducts special studies and analyses, develops alternatives, presents recommendations to management and influences management decisions. Researches, analyzes, develops and implements new strategies, programs, and/or processes in response to changing internal and external conditions. Oversees the work of others and coaches, mentors and supervises employees.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret actual results, prepare short-term forecasts, and report to management concerning the following: O&M expense incurred at generation plants and support organizations; capital project expense; and workforce levels.
• Develop long-term department-level O&M expense and workforce projections in support of the business planning process. Oversee consolidation and reporting efforts associated with the long-term business planning process.
• Provide financial, analytical and general business support to internal client organizations.
• Support general accounting and month-end close activities through the preparation and processing of journal entries and accruals, preparation of interdepartmental cost allocations, reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and support of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts.
• Provide information to support the development of regulatory filings submitted to state and federal regulatory oversight agencies.
• Work independently with department managers to develop financial targets and assist client organizations in delivering against established targets.
• Develop and maintain efficient, reliable and accurate business reporting tools.
• Direct special projects and studies as assigned.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Coach, develop and supervise employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
  A minimum of seven years relevant experience.  
• Strong experience with the review and development of controls and oversight procedures, FERC and regulatory processes.
  Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience in financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of advanced accounting methodologies and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of risk metrics.
• Proven ability to review policies and procedures and determine validity and develop process to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Ability to develop, document, implement and enforce processes and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult and give direction to internal and external customers regarding highly complex accounting matters/issues.
  Ability to function effectively within a team environment and to interface effectively with personnel from other business units.
  Knowledge of research, analysis, and consulting techniques, Company policies, procedures, practices, and applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.

Preferences

• MBA or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Advanced degree and/or CPA designation.
• Working knowledge of FERC reporting standards and requirements.
• Experience with SAP and/or Oracle in an accounting or financial reporting role.
• General understanding of utility economics and utility commission rules and regulations.
• Supervisory experience

Additional Information

Req Id: 113763 
Company Code: PacifiCorp   
Primary Location: Portland / Salt Lake City     
Department: CFO 
Schedule: FT 
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $103,800 - $134,200  
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00% 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: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US 

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

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.