Manager, Plant Accounting

NV Energy

Position Title: Manager, Plant Accounting

Job :

Location: Reno, NV, United States

Responsible for planning, directing and leading the activities of the plant accounting department to ensure accurate and timely reporting of fixed assets and construction work in process. Ensures adequate accounting system controls for plant accounting, materials, transportation, inventories and related accounting activities. Must comply with all Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

• Ensure internal controls are adequate for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 requirements with regard to accounting and financial systems to produce accurate financial information on a timely basis.
• Communicate with management on proper allocation of capital costs according to GAAP and FERC principles.
• Provide accounting support to operating personnel and management on major projects to ensure plant reports are timely and accurate.
• Develop and implement annual work plans that align with corporate goals and objectives.
• Participate in preparing rate case testimony, provide support for plant accounts in filings and regulatory proceedings, and testify as required.
• Motivate and lead a staff of professionals to achieve departmental goals; provide staff development, education, guidance and direction including constructive feedback; enhance staff professionalism and provide opportunities for cross training; ensure continuous improvement.

Ensure all compliance aspects of the position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to the position and the company.

Monitor and enforce all compliance requirements for area of responsibility.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience – Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited institution and 6–8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills – Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; demonstrate technical knowledge of accounting theory and GAAP; utility and regulatory accounting as defined by the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC); attention to detail; excellent problem-solving, research, analytical, communications, decision-making, and organizational skills; proven ability to develop and manage effective relationships with various departments.

Equipment and Applications – PCs, financial spreadsheets, word processing, database, and accounting software.

Work Environment and Physical Demands – General office environment. High workload levels may be experienced, especially during closing periods.

Equal Employment Opportunity – NV Energy is a proud 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, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.