Senior Accountant

Senior AccountantBellevue, WATerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure, and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well‑being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications all for significant human health benefits.TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward‑thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Senior Accountant – This role will be primarily responsible for assisting the Senior Fixed Asset Manager in the accurate accounting and reporting of fixed assets. This includes government‑funded properties and commercial assets, as well as monitoring the fixed assets of the company from acquisition, work‑in‑process (WIP), and assets that are placed into operation, up to the time they are disposed, sold, and transferred. The role will work cross‑functionally with procurement, lab personnel, IT, and others on updating and verifying asset tracking information in the asset database. The successful candidate will demonstrate extensive knowledge in GAAP. Additionally, this role will support other accounting responsibilities, including balance sheet reconciliation. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and be comfortable working with operations team/non‑accounting professionals and dealing with complex accounting/project codes/org codes.ResponsibilitiesPerform regular physical inventory counts of fixed assets and manage the asset tagging processProcess asset addition, retirements, cost adjustments, capitalizationMaintain a detailed schedule of work in process fixed assets and coordinate with purchase/receiving managers to provide monthly update on the status. Analyze WIP assets by projects, capitalize, and place assets in service when projects are completeTrack all assets on books by location and summarize transfer of assets from one location to another by quarterPerform periodic impairment reviews for tangible and intangible assetsIdentify potential obsolescence of fixed assets, fully depreciated assets; provide recommendations to management regarding the disposal (or not) of fixed assetsPerform analysis related to fixed assets; analyze aging assets and prepare financial metrics on assets for monthly trial balance reviewPrepare audit schedules for fixed assets and support audit inquiriesPrepare compliance reporting such as form SF‑428 to DOESupport property insurance related activities such as preparation of the property schedule of value (SOV), location, cost basis, replacement valueMaintain schedules to support tax filing requirements, (i.e., property tax, sales/use tax, B&O tax)Manage all aspects of maintaining and recording fixed assets. Analyze asset requests to ensure proper classification as a capital asset at the onset of purchase order (PO) stage, and when invoices arrive, the GL classification is accurate and consistent with POComplete monthly, quarterly, and yearly reconciliationsPerform cash transaction tracking and cash reconciliationsHandle prepaids reconciliation in conjunction with on‑site personnelPrepare journal entries, account analysis and reporting, including all fixed asset schedulesImplement policies and procedures to help improve efficiencyApply general knowledge of accounting/government policies and procedures when responding to written and verbal inquiries from stakeholdersWork closely with procurement and technical representatives to obtain dataSupport general ledger accounting including account reconciliations and journal entry postingPerform moderately complex accounting tasks/analysis, categorize data for reporting and audit purposesKey Qualifications and SkillsB.S. degree in Accounting or related field or the equivalent business‑experienceMinimum of 5 years work experience in an accounting environmentMust be proficient with Microsoft Excel and able to quickly adapt to other Finance and Accounting systems (i.e., Oracle)Experience and strong understanding of internal controlsWorking knowledge of government grant and/or government contracts is preferredHighly organized and detail‑oriented; high degree of accuracyDirect experience and familiarity with fixed assets inventory procedure is preferredCapable of quickly comprehending new information and technologiesCapable of working in a fast‑paced environmentStrong communication skills, comfortable working with operations team/non‑accounting professionals, dealing with complex accounting/project codes/org codesAnalytical/problem‑solving ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems in a timely mannerAbility to prioritize and plan work activitiesMust be team oriented, willing to operate within a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary environmentThe successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamworkJob FunctionsJob Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case‑by‑case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.Motor Abilities: Sitting for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 poundsRepetitive work: ProlongedSpecial senses: Visual and audio focused workWork conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hours/dayTravel required 0‑10%BenefitsCompetitive CompensationSalary, eligible to participate in discretionary short‑term incentive paymentsComprehensive Medical and Wellness BenefitsMedicalVisionDentalLife and DisabilityGender Affiliation BenefitsParental Leave401k PlanGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)21 days of annually accrued PTOGenerous Holiday Schedule10 paid holidaysRelocation AssistanceProfessional and Educational Support OpportunitiesTerraPower Career and Benefits information: detailsSalary Range 8: $87,686 - $131,529Salary Range 9: $102,804 - $154,206* We typically place offers in the lower to middle portion of the range to maintain internal equity and allow room for growth. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected individual's qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.PI284144030#J-18808-Ljbffr