Accounting Analyst III – Financial Reporting / Budget Analyst
Location: Richland, WA
Schedule: 4x10, Monday through Thursday
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Duration: 12-month contract with strong extension potential
Pay: $55/hr. to $69/hr., based on experience
Position Overview
We are seeking an Accounting Analyst III to support financial reporting, budgeting, financial systems administration, and analytical accounting functions within a large, highly regulated utility and energy environment.
This role supports complex accounting operations, financial close activities, budgeting, compliance reporting, financial audits, and special financial analysis projects related to areas such as debt service, taxes, fuel transactions, inventory, asset management, and overhead allocations.
This is not a transactional accounting role.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting financial reporting, month-end and year-end close, financial systems, audit support, reconciliations, budgeting, and financial analysis within a large industrial, utility, energy, nuclear, manufacturing, engineering, or similarly regulated environment.
Candidates should be comfortable working with large financial datasets, accounting systems, financial statements, compliance requirements, and operational business units.
Ideal Background
Strong candidates may come from industries such as:
Commercial nuclear
Energy
Utilities
Industrial manufacturing
Aerospace / defense
Engineering
Governmental accounting
Large corporate finance organizations
Capital-intensive operations
Highly regulated environments
The right candidate should understand how financial data flows through large organizations and be comfortable supporting accounting operations, financial analysis, reporting compliance, and audit activities.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and reports
Develop financial analysis explaining accounting trends and budget variances
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost monitoring activities
Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to leadership
Support special financial analysis projects related to taxes, debt, fuel transactions, workers’ compensation, and other complex accounting areas
Assist with preparation of tax certifications, surveys, and financial disclosures
Financial Systems and Ledger Support
Support development, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of financial systems
Assist with administration of accounting systems including general ledger and online journal entry systems
Maintain project and facility ledgers in accordance with FERC and generally accepted accounting procedures
Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Support databases and systems tied to budgeting, cost accounting, payroll, inventory, travel, and asset management
Month-End Close and Audit Support
Support monthly and annual financial close activities
Assist with compliance audits and financial audit processes
Validate financial reporting accuracy and completeness
Identify discrepancies, variances, and reporting issues
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Support development and maintenance of accounting policies and procedures
Business Partnership and Communication
Interface with internal managers, supervisors, and external agencies
Communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance personnel
Translate accounting data into meaningful business insight
Support leadership decision-making through financial analysis and reporting
Present analytical findings and potential solutions to management teams
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with an emphasis in Accounting plus relevant accounting and finance experience
OR
Associate’s degree plus 10+ years of accounting, auditing, and/or finance experience
OR
High school diploma or equivalent plus 14+ years of accounting, auditing, and/or finance experience
Required Skills
Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Knowledge of financial reporting and accounting processes
Experience supporting month-end and year-end close activities
Experience with compliance audits and financial audit support
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience analyzing trends, variances, and financial performance
Strong Excel and computer system skills
Ability to work independently in a regulated environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with multiple levels of leadership and stakeholders
Ability to identify challenges and escalate issues appropriately
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in commercial nuclear, utility, energy, manufacturing, aerospace/defense, or regulated industries
Familiarity with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements
Experience with FERC accounting procedures
Experience with financial systems administration and ERP platforms
Experience supporting inventory, asset management, payroll, budgeting, or cost accounting systems
Experience with financial reporting packages and large datasets
Experience working in capital-intensive or highly regulated operations
This Role Is a Strong Fit For Candidates With Titles Such As
Accounting Analyst
Senior Accounting Analyst
Financial Analyst
Budget Analyst
Cost Analyst
Senior Accountant
Project Accountant
Utility Accountant
Operational Finance Analyst
FP&A Analyst
Financial Reporting Analyst
Compliance Accountant
Plant Accountant
This Role Is Likely Not a Fit For Candidates Whose Experience Is Primarily
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Payroll processing only
Billing
Collections
Bookkeeping
Data entry
Clerical accounting
Compensation and Benefits
Pay: $55/hr to $69/hr, based on experience
Schedule: 4x10 work schedule
Onsite position in Richland, WA
Potential business travel may be authorized by Energy Northwest Technical Representative
Benefits may include:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) eligibility after applicable waiting period
Additional Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required
No per diem
No remote work
No on-call requirement
Blue Badge position
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and accounting support inside a large, highly regulated environment.
You will support complex accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance activities, and business analysis functions that directly impact operational and financial decision-making.
If you have experience in utility accounting, industrial finance, governmental accounting, operational finance, financial reporting, audit support, or regulated corporate accounting environments, this role should be a strong fit.