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The technical accountant prepares consolidated, combined and individual financial and business-related accounting reports and analyses in such areas as revenue, operating expenses, depreciation, investment, non-controlling interest and income taxes. Responsibilities include preparing and analyzing consolidated and individual 10-year business plans and forecasts, preparing non-controlling interest provisions, providing general ledger support through the completion of journal entries, posting and reconciling general ledger, purchasing, inventory and accounts payable transactions, preparing supporting documentation and assisting in the development of accounting policies and procedures.

BHE Renewables delivers sustainable energy solutions for customers and communities. We own, operate and develop wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric and natural gas projects in 11 U.S. states. The power generated is sold into energy markets or directly to customers through long-term purchase agreements.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables is an innovative and growing company with new offices in Phoenix and San Diego. Our 50/50 joint venture with Occidental Petroleum has led to a demonstration project showing how TerraLithium technology is used to extract lithium from the brine presently flowing through our geothermal plants in Imperial Valley, CA.

Our CHAMPION culture drives our success by fostering high expectations, ownership and continuous improvement within a respectful and inclusive team environment. Through the CHAMPION mindset, we focus on the fundamentals - preparation, planning and attention to detail - holding ourselves accountable to do simple better. Alongside this, the BHE Renewables CARESprogram encourages employee volunteerism and invests in our communities, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and collaboration, making us stronger together.

BHE Renewables is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Bachelor's degree in accounting. Master's degree and CPA preferred. 

Four or more years of experience in accounting, with emphasis in financial analysis. 

Accounting/finance skills to apply generally accepted accounting principles in preparing financial statements and reports. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. 

Personal computer skills; proficiency in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; some experience with Oracle or related financial software, demonstrated ability to understand and utilize computer systems. 

Leadership abilities, effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Effective oral and written communication skills. 

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Complete journal entries. Verify and prepare supporting documentation associated with journal entry preparation. Maintain general ledger detail and complete monthly reconciliations of numerous accounts and activities.

Prepare and analyze consolidated and individual financial statements, including the cash flow statement, forecasts and variance analyses for assigned entities and their non-controlling interest owners, if any. 

Provide technical input by assisting and analyzing the development of the business plans and other financial models. Work with the managers and staff to prepare the weekly forecast and annual 10- year business plans. Provide reporting and analysis to identify and explain variances. 

Prepare periodic sales and use tax returns assigned entities, including the assistance and completion of periodic audits and reconciliation of appropriate transactions. 

Perform the role of authorization for expenditure (AFE) administrator by tracking and maintaining AFEs for proper approval, authorized amounts, asset disposals and further analysis.

Prepare consolidated and individual financial statements with footnotes for required audits. 

Coordinate and help facilitate required audits. 

Prepare and reconcile non-controlling interest accounting provisions, if any, for assigned entities. 

Perform special projects and developing appropriate financial models as necessary. 

Act as a resource/lead for accountants, senior accountants or interns in reviewing work and providing information to enhance co-workers' knowledge and skills. 

Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.