Sr. Technical Accounting & External Reporting Specialist

Sr. Technical Accounting & External Reporting SpecialistPOWER YOUR GREATNESS PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability, inclusion and belonging. General Purpose Provides professional technical accounting and financial reporting services utilizing U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) rules and regulations and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) Uniform System of Accounts. Activities include interpretation and application of these principles, rules and regulations along with company accounting and finance policies, as well as various external financial reporting responsibilities.ResponsibilitiesPerform technical accounting research under GAAP, FERC and SEC accounting and disclosure requirements, including gathering, analyzing and interpreting information to recommend proper accounting treatment to finance and operational personnel and documenting conclusions in formal memorandums or other written or verbal communications that may be shared with PacifiCorp's executives, parent company and external auditorsPerform technical accounting duties, including reviews of significant contracts and regulatory orders for accounting and disclosure implications, assessment of new accounting pronouncements and other internal controls related to technical accountingAssist with preparation of SEC Form 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K filings to gather information by working with individuals across the company, including from operational, finance and accounting, treasury, legal and regulatory teamsAssist with preparation of other external reports, which may include the quarterly and annual FERC Forms 3Q and Forms 1, environmental, social and governance reports, state regulatory reports and employee benefit plan reportsAssist with quarterly internal controls over financial reporting tasksAssist with quarterly variance analyses of actual results for reporting to parent company and in support of related deliverables for SEC filings and internal controlsPerform other ad hoc reporting and tasks, which may include providing information to external auditors, gathering information and drafting responses for due diligence requests for long-term debt offerings, drafting responses to data requests from state regulatory commissions and the FERC and preparing schedules to support financial, planning and analysis deliverablesPotentially assist with information security management system controls complianceConsult with operational and management personnel on issues that may be critical, complex, sensitive, or urgent in nature, identifying and implementing solutionsRequirementsBachelor'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 working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Strong experience with the review and development of controls and oversight procedures, FERC and regulatory processesExperience in financial statement preparation and analysisDemonstrated proficiency in the performance of advanced accounting methodologies and proceduresProficient with the use of software applications, including Excel, to gather, analyze, and summarize dataProven ability to review policies and procedures and determine validity and develop process to ensure ongoing complianceAbility to develop, document, implement and enforce processes and proceduresStrong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult and give direction to internal and external customers regarding highly complex accounting matters/issuesAbility to function effectively within a team environment and to interface effectively with personnel from other business unitsAbility to work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlinesKnowledge of research, analysis, and consulting techniquesCompany policies, procedures, practices, and applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulationsPreferencesPublic accounting experienceCertified Public AccountantGeneral understanding of FERC Uniform System of Accounts and ratemaking principlesSAP experienceKnowledge of company accounting policies, procedures, practices, and systemSupervisory experienceBenefitsAt 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 insurance401k 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 insuranceAdditional voluntary benefits, including pet insuranceTuition AssistanceMass 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 insurancePaid Parental LeavePaid Bereavement LeaveEmployee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeingFor more information, please visit: InformationReq Id: Company Code: PACIFICORP Primary Location: Portland 100% ONSITE Department: CFO Schedule: Full-Time Personnel Subarea: Exempt Hiring Range: $102,000 - $140,250 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.