Accounting Analyst III

$60-$70 per hour

Richland, WA

Contract

Duration: 12 Months

Schedule Descriptions: 4 days x 10 hours

Preferred start time is 7am for 10 hours, but start time cannot be any later than 8am.

Job Description:

Assist with providing financial guidance and analytical support within the Finance Department regarding system (on-line journal entry, general ledger, property, etc.) administration and development; planning and analysis of complex financial issues, including fuel transactions, taxes, debt issuances/refinancing and other special projects; cash and cost budgeting/monitoring for employee benefits, debt service, depreciation, overhead allocations, etc.; maintenance of organization project ledgers; and preparation of a variety of monthly and annual financial reports, surveys, financial statements, and tax certifications. Familiarity with annual financial close processes and financial/compliance audit processes.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Provide specialized technical accounting support for the development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of financial systems (on-line journal entry, general ledger, etc.) and the databases, which support the functions (budget, cost accounting, inventory, asset management, travel, payroll, etc.).

• Analyst will need to apply knowledge of accounting principles gained by education and experience.

• Will need to understand Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and apply them to client.

• Prepare organization monthly reports, monthly and annual financial statements, special financial reports, tax certifications, surveys, etc., in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and all state and federal laws.

• From computer generated reports, develop analysis that explains accounting trends and variances from budgets.

• Relate accounting knowledge to report design and discussion of required disclosures. Provide research and analysis for special financial issues including refunds, tax issues, nuclear fuel transactions, workers' compensation, etc., inventory and property management, and assist in the development of financial strategies.

• Maintain ledgers for all organization facilities in accordance with FERC and generally accepted accounting procedures, including the preparation of account reconciliations and journal entries.

• Assist in the preparation of financial policies and procedures for the Finance manual. Interface with internal managers/supervisors and external agencies

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of financial and accounting concepts including generally accepted accounting principles and state and federal tax laws

• Demonstrate extensive personal computer skills.

• Communicate well both orally and in writing, determining most appropriate method. Work with all levels of individuals within the organization.

• Demonstrate analytical skills where multiple probable solutions can be brought to the team or management for decision making.

• The ability to recognize and assess a challenge and raise it to the appropriate level.

Required Education and Experience:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited college or university.

• Related field must have emphasis in Accounting.

• AA degree 10 years experience in accounting, auditing, and/or finance is required.

• Or Highschool diploma or equivalent and 14 Years experience.

• Progressively responsible experience with monthly and financial closing processes and related compliance and financial audit processes.

About US Tech Solutions:

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US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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