Associate Business Analyst Accounting

NV Energy; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NV Energy in Reno, NV is seeking an entry-level Accountant who will assist in preparing and analyzing financial statements and reports in accordance with GAAP. You will support management with financial analyses and collaborate with various departments to ensure timely information and compliance with regulatory reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting and 0–2 years of experience, with coursework aligned to Nevada CPA requirements if the degree is in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; Nevada CPAs coursework if degree is in a related field.
• Proficiency in GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, schedules, and data responses for internal and external use.
• Respond to accounting questions and provide solutions.
• Coordinate with other departments to obtain timely information and support.
• Assist on analysis of special accounting projects.
• Prepare journal entries accurately within deadlines.
• Perform account reconciliations and analyses.
• Follow internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Prepares standard and specialized financial reports (e.g., balance sheets, income statements) according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Performs financial analyses for reporting to management and outside agencies. Provides business information in support of management decision-making or in compliance with regulatory agency or other reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and analyzes financial statements, schedules, and data request responses for internal and external use.
• Responds to accounting questions or problems and provides solutions.
• Coordinates work with other departments and affiliates in order to obtain and provides information on a timely basis.
• Assists on analysis of special projects within accounting department or in collaboration with other departments.
• Prepares journal entries accurately within time constraints.
• Performs account reconciliations and analyses.
• Follows internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements as relating to accounting and financial systems.
• Provides operating personnel and management with accounting support and analysis on projects as needed to ensure that all reports are timely and accurate.
• Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment

Education And Work Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school in accounting or a related field and 0 to 2 years of experience. If degree is in a related field, must have college level accounting coursework required for Nevada CPAs.

Specialized Knowledge And Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Accounting theory and GAAP.

Demonstrated skills such as:

• Attention to detail.
• Problem solving, research, communications, analytical, decision making, and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others.

Equipment and Applications

PCs, financial spreadsheets, word processing, database, and accounting software

Work Environment and Physical Demands

General office environment. Consistent levels of workload during the month. No special physical demands required.

Note: Immigration Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but is NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For more information regarding work visas, please visit www.uscis.gov.

About Us

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

About The Team

NV Energy is proud to be an 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 (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.