Finance Accounting Analyst (Portland, OR) #114460

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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

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

• Coordinate the preparation of the budget books.
• Update budget books between the time of the initial presentation and the final authorization.
• Interpret spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, model, and present information to make recommendations to management.
• Prepare ad hoc reports as requested from Plant Management.
• Monitor and manage the capital budget.
• Collaborate with the Director of Accounting with the preparation of the monthly O&M forecast and variances.
• Administer plant accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist in the annual preparation of the Plant Budget.
• Prepare monthly overtime reports.
• Prepare journal entries and monthly accruals.
• Undertake various projects and audits

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting Finance or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• A minimum of three years experience in accounting and financial analysis.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling skills.
• 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 the 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.

Preferences

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Experience with database applications.

Additional Information

Req Id: 114460 
Company Code: PACIFICORP
Primary Location: Portland     
Department: CFO 
Schedule: FT 
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $70,600 - $97,130  

  
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.