Fuel Administrator-(Finance/Accounting emphasis)
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at PacifiCorp. Salt Lake City · $88,800–$122,100 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare quarterly and annual FERC reports, maintain SOX controls, and help Corporate Accounting post monthly ledger entries
- Break down coal costs for regulatory filings and respond to information requests from internal and outside parties
- Represent the company in discussions with senior leaders and regulatory commissions, and assist with coal supply negotiations
- Review operating data, identify risks, and develop process changes that affect the business
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business management or a related area, or equivalent education and experience
- At least five years working in accounting or a related field
- Background preparing and analyzing financial statements, plus strong analytical and computer skills
- You can work with teams at all levels, regulators and joint owners, and communicate clearly while managing projects and deadlines
Who this fits
This role suits an accounting professional comfortable with regulatory reporting, coal cost analysis and cross-functional coordination. It is based in Salt Lake City and is an exempt position.
From the employer
POWER YOUR GREATNESS
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 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. Coordinates Fuel Resources’ support of Net Power Cost testimony and data requests.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual FERC/regulatory reports.
- Process internal controls to maintain Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
- Support Corporate Accounting in developing monthly general ledger entries.
- Provide coal cost detail for regulatory filings and answer data requests from internal and external sources.
- Represent the company in meetings and proceedings with senior management and regulatory commissions.
- Support coal supply negotiations.
- Assist in maintaining policies, procedures, business processes, and contract activities.
- Develop operational knowledge over control center activities.
- Develop new processes and procedures that impact the business.
- Identify areas of potential risk and propose process improvements and innovations.
- Compile, analyze and interpret operating data.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in finance, accounting, business management or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of five years experience in accounting or a related field.
- Experience in financial statement preparation and analysis
- Strategic, analytical and proficient computer skills.
- Ability to work with all organizational levels, regulators, and joint owners.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence, and understand social behavior and interactions.
- Project management and leadership skills, including the ability to work as a team member, maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.
Preferences
- Advanced degree and/or CPA designation.
- Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Experience working with legal contracts and ability to interpret and apply contractual language.
- General understanding of utility economics and accounting, FERC Code of Regulations, and utility commission rules and regulations.
- Experience in SAP Financial Systems modules.
Benefits
At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle
Our benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.
Work Life Balance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (non-union employees)
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing
For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US
Additional Information
Company Code: Pacificorp #PM25
Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITY
Department: CFO
Schedule: Days
Personnel Subarea:Exempt
Hiring Range: $88,800-$122,100
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.
It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.