Accounting Analyst II

Overview

ACS Professional Staffing is looking for an employee to work on-site with our client. This Accounting Analyst II position will provide financial guidance and analytical support within the Finance Department. Responsibilities will include system administration and development (e.g., online journal entries, general ledger, property systems); planning and analysis of complex financial matters such as fuel transactions, taxes, debt issuances/refinancing, and other special projects;

budgeting and monitoring of cash and costs related to employee benefits, debt service, depreciation, and overhead allocations; maintaining project ledgers; and preparing a variety of monthly and annual financial reports, surveys, financial statements, and tax certifications. The analyst will be expected to demonstrate familiarity with annual financial closing procedures and financial/compliance audit processes. This full-time position is located in Richland, WA.

$37.12/hr - $57.93/hr

• Sick Leave: One hour of paid sick leave for every 40-hours worked (sick leave can be used after 90-days of employment)
• EAP: Employee Assistance Program
• Benefit options: Medical, HSA, Group Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Voluntary Accident, 401k (eligible after one year and 1,000 hours worked – employer match up to 4%)
• Other benefits include the following: Calm App, Access Perks

• 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.
• Prepare 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 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.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field with an emphasis in Accounting from an accredited college or university, along with 6 years of relevant experience, is required.
• Or an AA degree plus 8 years' experience in accounting, auditing, and/or finance is required.
• Or a High school diploma or equivalent and 12 years' experience is required.
• Progressively responsible experience with monthly and financial closing processes and related compliance and financial audit processes.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting concepts including generally accepted accounting principles and state and federal tax laws.
• 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.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and nuclear accounting issues.
• Knowledge of Passport and/or People Soft.
• Ability to maximize performance through leadership.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

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