Accountant III - Power Supply

Golden Valley Electric Association; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Pension

401(k) match

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Annual Leave

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursements

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Golden Valley Electric Association is seeking an Accountant III – Power Supply in Fairbanks, Alaska. You will provide accounting and financial analysis support for the Power Supply Division, including budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, project accounting, inventory, and financial reporting.

You will work with plant managers and accounting leadership to analyze costs, maintain accurate records, support capital projects, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to

Qualifications

• Strong accounting background with financial analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting and financial analysis support for Power Supply operations, including budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, project accounting, inventory, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with plant managers and accounting leadership to analyze operating costs, maintain accurate records, support capital projects, strengthen internal controls, and improve reporting processes.
• Work with large datasets and financial systems to deliver meaningful financial information for decision-making.
• Assist audits and monitor internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Regulatory reporting

Data interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Join Golden Valley Electric Association as an Accountant III – Power Supply in Fairbanks, Alaska, and play a key role in supporting the financial operations of GVEA's Power Supply Division. You will provide accounting and financial analysis support for plant operations, including budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, project accounting, inventory, and financial reporting.

This position works closely with plant managers and accounting leadership to analyze operating costs, maintain accurate financial records, support capital projects, strengthen internal controls, and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting. You will also work with large datasets and financial systems to provide meaningful financial information that supports operational decision-making.

With a starting salary of $99,102 annually, Grade 12, DOE, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to apply their financial expertise in a unique utility and power generation environment.

You will receive great benefits, including a Defined Pension, 401(k) match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), Tuition Reimbursements, and Bereavement Leave. Join GVEA and help support the financial performance behind reliable power for Interior Alaska!

A LITTLE ABOUT US

GVEA is an electric cooperative that owns and maintains 3,491 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, Clear Space Force Station, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, which extends from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.

YOUR ROLE AS THE ACCOUNTANT III – POWER SUPPLY

As the Accountant III – Power Supply, you will provide financial and accounting support to GVEA's Power Supply Division while ensuring accurate records and compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.

You will analyze plant operating costs and statistics, assist with budgeting and forecasting, prepare regulatory and financial reports, reconcile accounts, and support plant inventory and capital project accounting. You will also assist with audits, monitor internal controls, analyze large datasets, and identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting, and business processes.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

Candidates should have a strong accounting background with experience in financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and complex accounting systems.

Key qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling and reporting.
• Experience with integrated financial systems, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Valid Alaska driver's license.
• CPA or CMA is preferred.