SOX Senior Accounting Analyst

Job Title: SOX Senior Accounting Analyst

Location: Portland, OR Hybrid (2-3 days in the office)

Contract Length: 6 months

Pay Range: $55-$62/HR

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated SOX Senior Accounting Analyst to join an our client, a reputable utility provider committed to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions in the PNW. This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility to work remotely with 2-3 days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Serve as a key point of contact for the development, documentation, and implementation of internal controls and processes.

  
  
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  Create detailed process narratives, flowcharts, and risk/control mappings, while identifying design gaps.

  
  
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  Assist in training new control and process owners on proper documentation and evidence of operating effectiveness for key SOX controls.

  
  
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  Participate in walkthroughs of newly designed controls alongside internal and external audit teams.

  
  
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  Ensure comprehensive understanding and execution of SOX compliance and remediation requirements.

  
  
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  Contribute to cross-functional collaboration, providing guidance and technical resources to various departments.

  
  

Qualifications & Skills:

Required:

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  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, with a CPA certificate preferred.

  
  
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  Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible accounting experience, with public accounting experience preferred.

  
  
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  In-depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

  
  
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  Strong working knowledge of SOX compliance, controls, and remediation processes.

  
  
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  Understanding of business processes and IT controls and their impact on financial reporting.

  
  
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  High attention to detail with the ability to view processes from a big-picture perspective.

  
  
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  Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.

  
  
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  Strong ethical standards and adherence to company policies and practices.

  
  
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  Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, offering guidance and training to others.

  
  
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  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), with experience in database applications.

  
  
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  Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate group discussions and deliver presentations.

  
  
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  Strong writing skills, including the ability to document tasks and prepare reports.

  
  
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  Effective time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines.

  
  
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  Ability to work cross-functionally and interact with various business units.

  
  

Preferred:

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  Experience within the utility industry or a related business environment.

  
  
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  Demonstrated expertise in analytical and accounting research.

  
  
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  Experience with SAP and/or CUSI systems.