Senior Manager Financial Reporting

Financial Reporting Senior Manager

Non-Union Position

Accounting Mgmt; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.

Regular FT

Posting # 5226

About Us

:
At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industr

y.
In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibili

ty.
The R

ole:
This role is a key member of the accounting team, overseeing and directing the financial reporting and analysis activities of the department, including the filing of consolidated financial statements and regulatory reports in connection with SEC and regulatory reporting requirements. This position is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely filing of reports reflecting the Company’s operating results, financial condition, and cash f

lows.Day to

• Day:
  Oversees the preparation of quarterly and annual filings with the SEC, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and
• 11-K.Provides oversight and review of consolidated financial statements and supporting accounting work p
• apers.Oversees the collaboration across departments, including coordinating the review of quarterly SEC filings among the Controller, Corporate Secretary, Investor Relations and Accou
• nting.Monitors and ensures the timely identification of and compliance with new accounting guidance and complex disclosure and reporting ma
• tters.Contributes to the development, execution, and management of the monthly reporting package for the monthly close process which is utilized by the Company’s Finance Committee to analyze re
• sults.Completes and oversees internal control procedures to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxle
• y Act.Participates in the research, resolution, and documentation of technical accounting i
• ssues.Assists with the preparation and review of the Proxy Stat
• ement.Oversees the financial reporting for our subsidi
• aries.Oversees the preparation of certain FERC Form 2 sec
• tions.Assists in the preparation and review of ad hoc management repo
• rting.Leads the financial reporting team through the execution of the reporting process; establishes team performance goals and objectives for each year; and develops, trains, and mentors team members with ongoing performance fee
• dback.Demonstrates appropriate leadership and decision-making behaviors; maintains technical job knowledge and personal skill development. Committed to coaching and developing empl
• oyees.Participates in other ad hoc projects as req
• uired.Participate as a subject matter expert for external audit preparation and data gathering in order to demonstrate compl
• iance.Acts as a technical resource for o
• thers.Establish and maintain working relationships with outside industry contacts and businesses to stay current with developing trends and best practices in accounting systems and proce
• dures.Supports the Company’s commitment to a culture of safe work prac

tices.Come on your first day

• with:
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA certificate are re
• quired.Ten years of progressively responsible accounting experience, with a minimum of three years in a leadership role and at least three years in public accounting pre
• ferred.Experience in a utility operation and knowledge of standard utility accounting and public utility reporting and filing requirements are highly d
• esired.Knowledge and experience in applying SEC rules and U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is re
• quired.Requires demonstrated leadership experience in directing and leading a department; delegating and coordinating employee activities; skill and commitment to coaching and developing emp
• loyees.Working knowledge of SAP, Wdesk, and XBRL pre
• ferred.Verbal and written communication skills are re
• quired.Attention to
• detail.Proven ability to work cross-functionally across an organi
• zation.Conflict resolution skills; ability to mediate and resolve problems between internal and external stakeh
• olders.Requires outstanding ethical standards and values consistent with those of the C
• ompany.Proven ability to function in a team environment, provide information and training to

users.What we

offer:
Health & We

• llness –Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer cont
• ributionFree access to an online wellness resources

platform
Work Life

• Balance -Up to 23 Vaca
• tion Days80 Hours of
• Sick Time10 paid holidays and 3 floating
• holidaysFlexible work arr
• angements3 weeks paid paren
• tal leaveGreen Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resour
• ce Groups1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure

bike room
F

• inancial -Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to b
• ase salaryCompetitive 401K company contribution
• and match15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purcha
• se ProgramUp to $5250 a year in tuition rei
• mbursementWellness incenti

ve program

• Discounts -20% off natural
• gas serviceUp to 30% discount at NW Natural Appli
• ance CenterTriMet Pass for all H
• Q employeesGenerous discounts with Verizon & AT&

;T Wireless
Base salary range: $132,250.00 - $195,600.00 per year, depending on qu

alificationsAnnual Target Incentive: Senior Manager,

15.0% targetTargets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prora

ted payout.

Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume vi

a our website.https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-c

ompany/careers
De

adline: 4/15/25
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportati

on regulations.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electr

onic application.
NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com

or (971) 979-6341.
NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or t