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Description

Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a CONTRACT Sr. Accountant for a 3 month engagement with one of our long-time clients in the Portland Metro area. Hybrid schedule is required.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the Companys accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with emerging US GAAP and relevance with evolving business activities.

Act as a consultation resource for technical accounting issues and complex business transactions throughout the Company including the review of various business contracts for accounting implications.

Research and document technical accounting issues providing recommendations to management for resolution.

Partner with the Financial Reporting Analysts to ensure the Companys external disclosures are complete and in accordance with US GAAP.

Monitor emerging FASB and SEC accounting guidance for new or proposed changes to existing guidance that may impact the Company.

Prepare materials for the Companys Disclosure Finance and Audit Committees.

Evaluate prepare documentation for and lead the accounting and disclosure of the Companys stock-based compensation transactions and pension accounting in accordance with ASC 718 and ASC 715 respectively and other relevant accounting guidance.

Support the Companys debt and equity financings.

Assist with the preparation and review of the Proxy Statement Feb-April.

Participate as a technical resource in the external audit process.

Complete internal control procedures to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

Demonstrates appropriate leadership and decision-making behaviors.

Maintain technical accounting knowledge and personal skill development.

Lead, contribute to or participate in ad hoc projects as required.

Support the Companys commitment to a culture of safe work practices.

Come on your first day with:

Bachelors degree in accounting and CPA certificate are required.

Minimum five years of applied accounting experience. Public accounting experience is preferred.

Experience in a utility operation and knowledge of standard utility accounting and public utility reporting and filing requirements are highly desired.

Strong knowledge and experience in applying US GAAP and consolidation principles are required.

Knowledge of SEC reporting disclosures and requirements is desired.

Experience using SAP or another general ledger or other financial software system is preferred.

Strong analytical skills are required including the ability to critically think and apply technical accounting knowledge to business requirements including understanding the impacts of decisions made.

Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.

Requires strong attention to detail while keeping the big picture in mind.

Ability to work efficiently and effectively with limited supervision.

Requires outstanding ethical standards and values consistent with those of the Company.

Proven ability to work cross-functionally across an organization and in a team environment.

Requirements

US GAAP

SEC Reporting & Disclosures

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