Accounting Analyst 3

NW Natural; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 98,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vacation & holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

NW Natural is seeking an Accounting Analyst 3 to join the General Accounting team at our Portland headquarters. The role focuses on journal entries, reconciliations, and key estimates, with responsibilities spanning payroll, benefits, and regulatory support.

You will deliver monthly results to executives and support SEC filings, all in a collaborative, SOX-compliant environment. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting and at least 5 years of accounting experience, with CPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Accounting; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience; public accounting preferred.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and regulatory reporting.
• Experience in utility industry or similar environment preferred.
• SAP and BlackLine experience highly valued.
• Strong analytical, communication, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Prepare estimates and reserves, including bonuses and claims.
• Account for payroll, benefits, and related costs.
• Present monthly financial results to executive management.
• Support SEC filings and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with Budgeting & Financial Planning teams.
• Ensure SOX controls and internal control procedures.
• Provide staff with accounting research and policy support.
• Assist external auditors and BlackLine administration.

Skills

US GAAP

Financial analysis

Journal entries

Reconciliations

SOX compliance

Payroll accounting

Regulatory filings

Team collaboration

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

BlackLine

Job description

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Hybrid scheduleavailablefor Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT, Exempt
Posting # 5701

About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve.Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.

NOTE:

This hybrid position is based at our headquarters in downtown Portland, Oregon. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the office or be willing to relocate to the Portland metropolitan area. Employees are required to work onsite Tuesdays through Thursdays each week, with remote work flexibility on Mondays and Fridays, subject to business needs. This schedule supports collaboration, connection, and team engagement while providing flexibility for focused remote work.

Position Summary:

The Accounting Analyst 3 is a key member of the General Accounting team, reporting directly to the General Accounting Lead. This position plays a critical role in performing the accounting for various key estimates, payroll and benefits, and other activities. The Accounting Analyst 3 responsibilities will include preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and reports, as well as providing financial information and various analysis to management. This position will work closely with other accounting team members, various business departments, and upper management.

• Key participant in the month-end general ledger and internal reporting processes, including preparing and reviewing both journal entries and account reconciliations and performing O&M settlement activities.
• Preparation of key estimates and reserves for review with the Controller including bonuses and claims reserves.
• Responsible for accounting for payroll and benefits including bonuses, payroll overhead rates, workers compensation, deferred compensation, life insurance, and other employee benefit costs.
• Preparation and presentation to executive management of monthly financial results.
• Preparation and presentation to executive management of quarterly financial schedules used to support SEC filings.
• Performs accounting research, memo documentation and assists with setting accounting policies.
• Assists in the preparation and review of regulatory filings and support.
• Collaborates with the Budgeting and Financial Planning team in development of components of the annual Income Statement budget and periodic forecast updates.
• Perform financial analysis and prepare ad-hoc reports and analysis, as required.
• Completes internal control procedures to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
• Provides schedules and support for SEC filings.
• Provide support for both internal and external auditors.
• BlackLine Administrator, including monitoring month end close reporting for SOX controls.
• Identify and implement sustainable process improvements within accounting, proactively improve processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Assist Accounting Lead with various projects as needed.
• Demonstrates appropriate leadership and decision-making behaviors; maintains technical job knowledge and personal skill development.
• Supports the Company's commitment to a culture of safe work practices.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Accounting and CPA certificate is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of applied accounting experience. Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Technical knowledge of US GAAP, with the ability to critically think and apply that knowledge to business requirements.
• Experience in utility industry or related business environment is preferred.
• Experience using financial software systems, SAP is strongly preferred.
• Experience with reconciliation tools, BlackLine preferred.
• Demonstrated background in applying analytical/accounting research skills.
• Excellent verbal skills, including the ability to apply group facilitation techniques and make group presentations. Strong written communication skills including process and task documentation and report generation.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, including strong time management and organizational skills.
• Must combine attention to detail with the ability to envision the big picture.
• Analytical skills with a focus on technical accounting rules and experience researching accounting issues.
• PC Skills primarily in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate projects.
• Requires outstanding ethical standards and values consistent with those of the Company.
• Proven ability to function in a team environment.
• Acts as a technical resource for others.

What we offer:

Health & Wellness –

• Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
• Free access to an online wellness resources platform

Work Life Balance -

• Up to 23 Vacation Days
• 80 Hours of Sick Time
• 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
• 3 weeks paid parental leave
• Be part of a workplace where your voice matters. Engage with our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups that support community and growth.
• 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room
• Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
• Competitive 401K company contribution and match
• 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
• Wellness incentive program

Discounts -

• 20% off natural gas service
• Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
• TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
• Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless

Base salary range:$98,450.00-$140,300.00per year, depending on qualifications

Annual Target Incentive: Level 3, 9.5% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

E-Verify Information
NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone].

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 971.979-6341.