Accounting Specialist

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. Itron is helping utilities and cities build a more resourceful future. As a global technology company serving the Utilities & Energy sector, we deliver innovative solutions that enable the safe, secure, and reliable management of electricity, gas, and water resources. Through our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors, we help customers improve operational efficiency, enhance sustainability, and better serve their communities across more than 100 countries. Duties & Responsibilities Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies. Prepare and record journal entries, account analyses, and supporting documentation in accordance with established close deadlines. Monitor, analyze, and enhance financial data validation processes to support accurate global consolidated financial results. Maintain and support the Oracle ERP General Ledger chart of accounts structure, ensuring consistency, governance, and data integrity. Develop, administer, and support Oracle Cloud EPM Narrative Reporting solutions to improve reporting efficiency and transparency. Perform account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve reconciling items in a timely and accurate manner. Support consolidation activities, including intercompany accounting, foreign currency translation and remeasurement, and related financial reporting processes. Partner with stakeholders across Finance, IT, Compliance, and Transformation teams to drive agile problem-solving and process improvements. Support a strong internal control environment by executing accounting controls and assisting with compliance-related activities. Gather, analyze, and summarize financial information to provide meaningful insights that support informed business decisions. Create and maintain clear, complete, and accurate process documentation that supports operational excellence and knowledge sharing. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation, and scalability of accounting processes and financial systems. Build authentic and collaborative partnerships across the organization to support business objectives and customer-focused outcomes. Demonstrate accountability for the quality, accuracy, and integrity of financial data and reporting deliverables. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 2+ years of professional accounting experience. Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting close processes. Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment while building positive cross-functional relationships. Commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, and delivering high-quality results. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Preferred Skills & Experience CPA certification or active CPA candidate status. Experience supporting financial consolidations and reporting functions within a global organization. Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS), Oracle ERP, or Oracle Cloud EPM applications. Experience with Oracle Financial Consolidation and Close (FCCS), Account Reconciliation (ARCS), Narrative Reporting (NR), and Enterprise Data Management (EDM). Knowledge of system governance, master data management, and financial data controls. Experience working with large data sets and financial systems. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and data visualization tools. Demonstrated success driving process improvements, automation initiatives, or finance transformation efforts. Experience working in a technology, utilities, energy, or infrastructure-focused organization. Benefits Info competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more! The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. The base salary is $75,000-108,000 annually. Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. When you need help with accommodation you can contact Itron at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: Our broad solution portfolio allows our customers to better manage energy and water for a sustainable future. Our innovative, next-generation utility and smart-city solutions help build resilient communities around the world. You can build your career here and do work that truly matters. Learn more about Itron here. 5000+ global employees Products and solutions deployed in 100+ countries Headquarters: Liberty Lake, Washington, USA Publicly traded: ITRI ESG goals and achievements Award-winning workplace Inclusion-first work culture Commitment to employee growth and development: iGrow program Employee resource groups*: iBelong program Paid internships, co-op and apprenticeships Generous and flexible paid time off* *Variable by location or position Hear from our Employees @ Itron Careers Your safety and trust are important to us. We want to make you aware of an increase in fraudulent activity targeting job seekers. Learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr