Accountant

This position is in the General Accounting (FRG) organization and its subordinate offices of Finance (F), Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The purpose of this position is to serve as a senior accountant responsible for independently planning and conducting a variety of complex and unique accounting activities and assignments. Major duties: About the Position - Portland This position is located in Portland, OR which boasts huge spans of amazing trees, foliage, landscape, and everywhere you look you can appreciate beautiful greenery! It is known as the most bike-friendly city in America, has a train system that greets you at the airport spanning across the city, and is home to the Portland International Rose Garden, the oldest in the country! Portland is the one place where you will find lively festivals, energetic music, mouthwatering food, and for you basketball fans, the Portland Trail Blazers are a 7 minute walk from the HQs building! There is always something new to experience in this eco-friendly town! As an Accountant, you will: Write financial reports (e.g., balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows) by using advanced knowledge of data systems and structures as well as accounting concepts and standards, particularly those promulgated by the FASB. Research, design, develop, publish and provide technical guidance on particularly difficult, unique or complex accounting issues or new accounting standards to support Federal financial statements. Perform analysis, monitor, and review of general ledger accounts. Prepare and review journal entries for month-end and year-end closings. Provide expert accounting theory analysis, technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to the business units, organizations, Chief Financial Officer's office, executive management and other management groups, and external agencies. Coordinate accounting implementations and projects involving cross-agency work teams and interaction with other governmental and utility entities. Maintain continuing relationships with management and technical staff within the agency, the Department of Energy, the Office of Management and Budget, the Corps of Engineers, the Bureau of Reclamation, the U.S. Treasury, utility industry specialists, peer Power Marketing Administrations, Tennessee Valley Authority, the financial community, service provider representatives, and other stakeholders on relevant accounting matters. Review and analyze internal control over financial reporting to identify management control weaknesses, and areas needing improvement. Requirements: In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements: You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment: Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually.