Grand River Dam Authority

Accounting Analyst III

Grand River Dam Authority  •  United States (Onsite)  •  10 days ago
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Job Description

This job posting will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on the date listed below.

October 07, 2026

We deliver affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. We are dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth. Our EMPLOYEES are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence.

The Accounting Analyst III oversees key general accounting, financial reporting, and enterprise resource planning functions to support accurate and timely financial information. The position manages the monthly close process, account reconciliations, regulatory accounting requirements, continuing disclosure reporting, and financial system configuration.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

  • Direct monthly and annual general accounting activities, including clearing allocations, suspense accounts, journal entries, account reconciliations, and accounting requirements associated with GASB 68 pension and GASB 75 other post-employment benefits.
  • Oversee the monthly financial close process in Microsoft Dynamics 365 to ensure transactions, automated postings, manual journal entries, and accounting periods are complete, accurate, and recorded within the appropriate reporting period.
  • Manage the monthly reconciliation and substantiation of approximately $1.8 billion in balance sheet accounts, ensuring balances reconcile to the general ledger and comply with generally accepted accounting principles and established internal controls.
  • Coordinate the Authority’s continuing disclosure obligations in accordance with applicable bond resolutions, including quarterly and annual financial reporting, required submissions to the Electronic Municipal Market Access system, and disclosure of reportable events such as credit rating changes.
  • Administer the financial structure and integrity of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and related enterprise systems, including main accounts, financial dimensions, projects, resources, and other financial system components.
  • Provide organization-wide guidance regarding account coding, financial system requirements, and the consistent application of accounting policies and procedures.
  • Research, interpret, and implement applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements to ensure continued compliance with GAAP, GASB, FERC, and other financial reporting requirements.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualities:

  • Ability to foster transparent communication, accountability, collaboration, and a service-oriented culture.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and monthly close processes.
  • Ability to research and interpret accounting pronouncements and implement changes necessary to maintain compliance.
  • Knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and FERC accounting and reporting requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced skill in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Maximo.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with consistent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and public speaking skills.

Education, Training, Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
  • Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial reporting, Public power or electric utility experience is preferred.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing internal financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and debt service schedules, and ensuring compliance with GAAP, GASB, and FERC requirements.

Certificates, Registrations, Licenses:

  • Valid Oklahoma driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of establishing Oklahoma residency.

Physical/Mental Requirements & Working Conditions:

  • Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment.

Other information:

  • Position is located at the Administrative Center in Chouteau, Oklahoma.
  • Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • GRDA offers a highly competitive benefits package.

If you’re passionate about growth, teamwork, and making an impact, you’ll love building your career with us.

Grand River Dam Authority

About Grand River Dam Authority

GRDA utilizes a diverse portfolio of electric generation assets to keep rates low and reliability high. This gas, coal, water and wind portfolio includes Oklahoma’s first hydroelectric facility; the state’s only pumped-storage project; the first M501J gas turbine deployed in the Western Hemisphere and other generation assets. GRDA transmits and delivers this wholesale electricity across its 24-county service area in Northeast Oklahoma via a sophisticated energy delivery system. GRDA sells electricity to three customer classes: municipals, electric cooperatives and industries.

GRDA also manages 70,000 surface acres of lake waters in Oklahoma, including Grand Lake, Lake Hudson and the W.R. Holway Reservoir. GRDA also fulfills this stewardship mission in its management of the waters of the scenic Illinois River.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Chouteau, Oklahoma
Year Founded
1935
Website
grda.com
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