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Utility Accounting Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

Chief Financial Officer

Pahrump, NV · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

Experience in Utility Accounting, CPA and/or MBA preferred. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to ...

Utility engineering practices with an emphasis on transmission and substation design; critical path method scheduling; work breakdown structure; utility accounting practices; economic analysis ...

Utility engineering practices with an emphasis on transmission and substation · design; critical path method scheduling; work breakdown structure; utility accounting practices; economic analysis ...

Staff Accountant

North Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Administer accounting activities for a portfolio of commercial and residential real estate entities, including rent billings, CAM reconciliations, utility reimbursements, and lease administration ...

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Staff Accountant

North Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Administer accounting activities for a portfolio of commercial and residential real estate entities, including rent billings, CAM reconciliations, utility reimbursements, and lease administration ...

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$97.4K

$140.5K

How much do utility accounting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for utility accounting in Nevada is $97,410.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,400.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in utility accounting, and why are they important?

To thrive in Utility Accounting, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and experience with accounting principles—often supported by a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard accounting software (such as SAP, Oracle, or specialized utility billing systems) and regulatory compliance knowledge is highly valuable. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help professionals excel in cross-departmental collaboration and address complex billing or reporting issues. These skills ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory adherence, which are critical for the smooth operation of utility organizations.

What is utility accounting?

A Utility Accounting job involves managing financial transactions, records, and reporting for utility companies, such as electricity, water, and gas providers. Responsibilities typically include tracking revenues, expenses, billing, and regulatory compliance to ensure accurate financial statements. Professionals in this role analyze utility costs, monitor budgets, and support financial planning to maintain efficient operations. Strong knowledge of industry regulations and accounting principles is essential for success in this field.

What does a typical day look like for someone in utility accounting?

A typical day in Utility Accounting involves preparing and analyzing financial statements, tracking utility revenues and expenditures, processing invoices, and ensuring regulatory compliance for reporting purposes. Professionals often collaborate with operations, engineering, and customer service teams to reconcile billing records and address discrepancies. There may be periods of increased workload during month-end or year-end closing activities. Utility accountants frequently use both general and industry-specific software to manage complex data and streamline financial processes, making attention to detail and adaptability key for success in this dynamic environment.

What job categories do people searching Utility Accounting jobs in Nevada look for? The top searched job categories for Utility Accounting jobs in Nevada are:
What cities in Nevada are hiring for Utility Accounting jobs? Cities in Nevada with the most Utility Accounting job openings:
Infographic showing various Utility Accounting job openings in Nevada as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $97,410 per year, or $46.8 per hour.

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Job description


Title: Accounting Project Manager
Duration: 12 Months
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Position Overview
  • We are seeking anexperienced Accounting Project Manager to lead a large-scale, multi-phaseaccounting project supporting financial operations within a highlyregulated utility environment. This role will oversee complex accountingwork related to capital project accounting, project lifecycle tracking,and system optimization across our electric transmission anddistribution operations.
  • The ideal candidate hasextensive accounting expertise, is a fast learner who can communicateefficiently with senior-level leadership, and proven success managinglarge projects involving Accounting, Finance, and Data Analysis.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Leadership &Execution
  • Lead planning, execution, anddelivery of a major accounting project impacting utility financialoperations, cost recovery, and reporting.
  • Define project scope,milestones, resource needs, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Partner with leadership toensure alignment with corporate strategy and business expectations.
  • Develop executivepresentations, project dashboards, and progress reports for leadershipteam.
  • Utility Accounting &Financial Expertise

  • Oversee updates to accountingprocesses related to:
  • Capital project and workorder accounting
  • Transmission and distributionasset accounting
  • AFUDC/CIAC processes
  • Revenue recognition andbilling adjustments
  • Mastery of Excel required
  • Ensure all projectdeliverables adhere to GAAP and internal audit standards.
  • Validate accounting accuracyand data integrity.

Requirements
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree inAccounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
  • 5-10+ years of accountingexperience, ideally within utilities or capital-intensive industries andproject management experience.
  • Demonstrated experiencemanaging large-scale accounting, finance, or ERP/system projects.
  • Knowledge of GAAP, FERCaccounting, internal controls, and regulatory reporting.
  • Strong analytical abilitiesand proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
  • Excellent communication andstakeholder management skills.

Preferred
  • Experience in the electricutility sector or highly regulated environments.
  • Background with capitalproject accounting, work order management, or asset accounting.
  • Advanced Excel and datamodeling skills.
  • Effective Communications,well organized and ability to multitask
  • CPA, CMA, PMP, or relatedcertifications.