Expert External Reporting Analyst

Pacific Gas and Electric Company; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Gas and Electric Company seeks an External Reporting Expert Analyst to prepare complex disclosures for SEC, FERC, and CPUC filings. You will work with Legal, Investor Relations, and FP&A to ensure accuracy and consistency across externally reported information.

The role demands strong writing, analytical skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives. Located in the Bay Area, the position offers competitive compensation and a discretionary incentive plan.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of public accounting or equivalent utility accounting experience.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of 10-Q and 10-K workpapers.
• Lead preparation of financial statements for other reporting projects (e.g., FERC, CPUC, benefit plan, NDT) and supporting workpaper documentation.
• Communicate with Legal, Investor Relations, and Company FP&A to gather information and ensure consistency of information reported externally.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key business partners to gather information for complete disclosures.
• Identify and lead process improvements to reduce risk and improve efficiency.
• Assist analysts and senior analysts in identifying areas for process improvement.
• Lead resolution of complex accounting/disclosure issues and provide guidance.
• Educate business on accounting topics and communicate issues to management.
• May manage cross-functional initiatives and work with Directors and Managers to influence decisions.

Skills

Excellent writing

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Education

BA/BS in Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field

MA/MS in Accounting

Job description

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The External Reporting team prepares quarterly and annual financial reports to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Federal Regulatory Commission (FERC), and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

This high profile team provides a great place for energized and talented employees to grow their career, make a contribution, and be recognized. The work of the team provides challenge and variety as well as exposure to key stakeholders in the Finance, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and Investor Relations departments.

Position Summary

The External Reporting Expert Analyst prepares complex disclosures and supporting workpaper documentation in the SEC filings as well as various disclosures included in the FERC and CPUC filings. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of 10-Q and 10-K workpapers
• Lead preparation of financial statements for other reporting projects (e.g., FERC, CPUC, benefit plan, NDT) and supporting workpaper documentation
• Communicates with various internal partners (e.g. Legal, Investor Relations, Company FP&A) to gather information and ensure consistency of information reported externally
• Establishes and maintains relationships with key business partners to gather information to ensure completeness and accuracy of disclosures
• Identifies and leads implementation of process improvements to reduce risk, improve effectiveness of communications with business partners, and gain efficiencies
• Assists analysts and senior analysts in identifying areas for process improvement
• Leads the resolution of more complex accounting/disclosure issues. Provides guidance to analysts and senior analysts in the process of researching and resolving issues
• Identifies and evaluates accounting issues including preparing documentation, proposing solutions and/or communicates issues
• Educates the business on accounting topics
• Actively communicates issues and key activities to management
• May manage cross-functional initiatives
• Works with Directors and Managers across functions to influence decisions
• May act as a team lead and provide direction to less experienced employees

QUalifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 7+years of public accounting or equivalent utility accounting experience.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Ability to manage a variety of projects and timelines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders and navigate complex organizations.

Desired Qualifications

• CPA license.
• MA/MS in Accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years of Utility experience.
• Statement of Cash Flows experience

Compensation

PG&E provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of thejob posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual will bebased on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience,market value, geographic location, and internal equity.Although we estimatethe successful candidate hiredinto this rolewill beplaced between the entry point and the middle of the range, the decisionwill be made on a case-by-casebasis related tothese factors.This job is also eligible to participate inPG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.

A reasonable salary range is:

• Bay Area Minimum: $118,000.00
• Bay Area Maximum: $188,000.00

Purpose, Virtues and Stands

OurPurposeexplains "why" we exist:

• Delivering for our hometowns
• Serving our planet
• Leading with love

OurVirtuescapture "who" we need to be:

• Trustworthy
• Curious
• Nimble
• Owners

OurStandsare "what" we will achieve together:

• Everyone and everything is always safe
• Catastrophic wildfires shall stop
• It is enjoyable to work with and for PG&E
• Clean and resilient energy for all
• Our work shall create prosperity for all customers and investors

EEO
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that actively pursues and hires aworkforce that reflects the hometowns we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, medical condition, protected veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the job.

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PG&E will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with all state and local laws.