Senior Accountant

Energy Trust of Oregon; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Trust of Oregon, an independent nonprofit focused on energy efficiency and renewable energy development, seeks a Senior Accountant to join its Finance team in Portland, OR. The role covers month-end and year-end close, grant and contract accounting, financial reporting, and project compliance.

Candidates will analyze transactions, prepare reports, and support improvement initiatives while ensuring accuracy and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Grant and contract accounting knowledge.
• Strong financial reporting and analysis skills.
• Ability to lead process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform general accounting activities across the org.
• Lead and participate in month-end close.
• Prepare accurate financial reports and records.
• Support compliance and project accounting efforts.

Job description

Position: Senior Accountant

Reports to: Accounting Manager - Finance

Compensation: Competitive starting salary $81,600 - $102,800 commensurate with skills and experience, Full Pay Range $81,600 - $124,000

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications in the pay equity assessment to determine equitable salary placement. Candidates should expect compensation offers within the starting compensation range. The full pay range is included to show the potential earnings for this position with sustained high performance.

Employment Classification: Full Time, Exempt

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, position is open until filled

Office Location: Portland Metro Area, Oregon, USA

BACKGROUND

About Energy Trust of Oregon

Energy Trust of Oregon is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to energy efficiency and renewable energy development. We serve Oregon customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas and Avista, and SW Washington customers of NW Natural. Year over year Energy Trust is recognized as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon.

Our Vision

Clean, affordable energy for everyone.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We recognize the lack of diversity in our industry, and we actively seek to address it with our hiring and retention practices as well as our values. We believe every person and their lived experience is integral to building a vibrant culture and delivering effective services to all customers we serve. We are committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.

Our Location

Energy Trust provides a range of work location options, including remote, hybrid and in-office work. This position will represent Energy Trust in public settings and potentially at community events. We are open to candidates who live throughout Oregon and Washington. The Senior Accountant would be expected to report to the office on a quarterly basis, at minimum.

What We’re Looking For:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for a wide range of general accounting activities, including month-end and year-end close processes, grant and contract accounting, financial reporting, projects and compliance activities. Primary duties include producing financial transactions and analyses, leading and participating in improvement projects, preparing, analyzing, and interpreting reports and records, and