Natrium Controller

TerraPower

Bellevue (WA)

On-site

USD 168,316 - 252,475

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

TerraPower, located in Bellevue, WA, is hiring a Natrium Controller to oversee financial management and reporting for the Natrium Project. The candidate should have a bachelor's degree in accounting and at least 12 years of progressive experience in accounting. Responsibilities include managing project costs, preparing financial reports, and collaborating with stakeholders. Benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive medical coverage, and generous PTO. Apply now to be part of an innovative team in the nuclear industry.

Qualifications

Public accounting experience required or strongly preferred.
Experience in external audit, internal audit, and SOX compliance preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in an accounting role.

Responsibilities

Oversee financial management and reporting of the Natrium Project.
Prepare monthly financial statements, reporting, reconciliations.
Enhance accounting procedures and internal controls.

Skills

High degree of trust and integrity

Proficient with Excel as a business tool

Strong working knowledge of all aspects of accounting

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP system

Job description

Natrium Controller

Bellevue, WA

TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. The company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. TerraPower’s mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field.

TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Program Controller

This role will be responsible for overseeing financial management and reporting of Natrium Project. The role ensures that project cost, recoveries, and financial performance are accurately recorded, monitored, and reported in compliance with company policies and accounting standards. It collaborates with project team managers, finance team, and other stakeholders to provide financial insights, control budget, and improve financial processes for project success. The ideal candidate is highly motivated and eager to collaborate, strengthening accounting operations in a fast‑paced, rapid growth and data‑driven environment.

Responsibilities

Financial and accounting aspects of Natrium project, from planning to execution, including setup of standalone project cost budget, accounting, analysis, and reporting.
Prepare technical accounting memos and guidance on long‑lead procurement and constructions.
Create monthly financial summary of project cost analysis and present to stakeholders.
Review draft contracts for Natrium, providing input from financial and accounting perspectives.
Assess financial risks of project and develop mitigation strategies.
Develop good working relationships with internal/external stakeholders; regularly interact with business owners and management on accounting matters.
Prepare monthly financial statements, reporting, reconciliations, related supporting schedules and analysis.
Enhance existing accounting procedures and internal controls, and seek opportunities to improve accounting operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Support the general accounting functions including, but not limited to accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and fixed asset management.
Develop, document and process cost allocations among different legal entities and projects.
Setup and implement cost accounting system for operations.
Perform indirect cost allocation, consolidation and reporting.
Prepare financial and profitability analysis as requested.
Support with financial projects such as year‑end close, audit, tax package, and budgets.
Assist with the annual financial audit with independent auditors.
Maintain financial statement integrity and accuracy.
Assist accounting system related projects to improve work efficiency and effectiveness.
Develop and maintain project cost tracking matrix to measure and monitor project financial performance.

Key Qualifications and Skills

High degree of trust and integrity, open communication, and respect, fostering teamwork.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting; preference for CPA.
Public accounting experience required or strongly preferred.
Experience in external audit, internal audit, and SOX compliance preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in an accounting role, preferably supporting an engineering environment.
Strong working knowledge of all aspects of accounting (cash, payroll, prepaid, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, intercompany, consolidation).
Proficient with Excel as a business tool.
Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP system.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, under tight deadlines at times, in an ever‑changing/dynamic environment.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy, and strong analytical skills.
Effective communication skills, interacting professionally with all levels of an organization.
Capability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
Proven ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.

Job Functions

Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands).
Physical exertion: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds.
Repetitive work: Prolonged.
Special senses: Visual and audio focused work.
Work conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/day.
Travel required: 0‑10%.

Export Controls

TerraPower’s technology is controlled for export by various U.S. Government agencies. Applicants who are foreign nationals, except asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents, will be evaluated in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements.

Salary Range

$168,316 – $252,475 (Level 12)
$196,537 – $294,806 (Level 13)

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short‑term incentive payments
Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Life and Disability
- Gender affirmation benefits
Parental Leave
401k Plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 21 days of annually accrued PTO
Generous Holiday Schedule
- 10 paid holidays
Relocation Assistance
Professional and Educational Support Opportunities