Job Description:
Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise, Idaho is looking for a Financial Systems Analyst or Senior to join our Financial Accounting & Reporting team. It's an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power's downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote
What does a Financial Systems Analyst do for us?
They serve as functional lead for assigned Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Modules (for example, PeopleSoft and/or Asset Suite). They work with technical leads, application developers, and other team members to test and implement new functionality to ensure application software and financial system integrations are performing as intended. They are responsible for the functional implementation of periodic application upgrades, updates, and enhancements. This role is an active member of the Accounting team with an in-depth understanding of how various daily accounting functions are performed and managed through application jobs and processes. They serve as the technical owner of periodic closing processes and perform a variety of accounting activities such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, and reconciliations.
A Senior Financial Systems Analyst also serves as the subject matter expert and strategic lead for system initiatives, complex integrations, upgrades, and business process transformation efforts that impact multiple departments. They provide expert consultation to Accounting, Finance, and business leaders regarding system capabilities, risks, controls, and optimization opportunities. They serve as the escalation point for complex system, process, and data integrity issues. They ensure financial systems, controls, and integrations operate effectively while supporting regulatory compliance, reporting requirements, and evolving business needs.
In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Knowledge of:
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and FERC accounting
- Crystal Reports and Oracle based SQL
- Commonly used business software applications including Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook/Exchange
- Commonly used office equipment
- Proper grammar, spelling, punctuation
- Standard office practices and procedures
Preferred:
o Asset Suite/PeopleSoft accounting applications
Skills in:
- 10-key, basic math including ability to calculate ratios and percentages
- Effective communication and conflict resolution
- Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management
- Proficient in Excel, Word, developing queries, and report writing
- Proficient in applicable ERP financial system attributes and functionality
Ability to:
- Meet deadlines
- Be detail oriented and proficient in gathering, organizing, analyzing, and communicating information
- Communicate and work effectively with others both within and outside of the Company
- Work independently as well as in a team environment
- Deal effectively with pressure and adapt easily to change
- Develop and improve job processes in a rapidly evolving environment
- Perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy
- Oversee several projects simultaneously
- Safeguard the use of sensitive and confidential information
- Exercise independent judgment to solve problems
- Understand and carry out complex written and verbal instructions
- Maintain composure and work effectively in stressful situations
- Review and analyze basic computer language
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Financial Systems Analyst
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, information technology, or related field
Experience:
- 5 or more years of experience in Accounting or Finance related field including a minimum of 2 years of experience working in financial system ERP products or acting as a liaison between the business and IT
Preferred:
o User and analyst-level technical expertise in PeopleSoft
o General accounting in a corporate environment
o Utility accounting or finance experience
o Technical support experience
o Writing reports using system report writers such as Crystal Reports and Oracle based SQL
Licenses & Certifications: N/A
Preferred: CPA License
Read the full posting.Idaho Power
1221 W Idaho St
Boise
Idaho United States
www.idahopower.com
