TITLE: Corporate Controller
LOCATION: Bellevue WA USA
TerraPower is a nuclear energy technology company based in Bellevue Washington. At our core we are working to raise living standards globally. The essential factor 2006 Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries decided that the private sector needed to take action. They believed that business interests could develop a scalable sustainable low-carbon and cost-competitive energy source that would allow all nations to quicken their pace of economic development and reduce poverty. TerraPowers goal is to provide the world with a more affordable secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy.
TerraPower LLC was established to bring together the strengths and experience of the worlds public and private nuclear energy sectors to develop a new generation of nuclear reactors that would responsibly meet growing energy needs around the globe. Its approach addresses the traditional shortcomings of nuclear power in terms of safety cost effectiveness environmental soundness and resistance to weapons proliferation.
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. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Corporate Controller
This role oversees all accounting financial reporting and internal control functions of the company to ensure accuracy integrity and timeliness of financial statements in accordance with GAAP as well as compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements. This role leads the accounting team in managing general ledger month-end book close and operations efficiency. The ideal candidate is highly motivated and eager to collaborate strengthening accounting operations in a fast-paced rapid growth and data-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
Review monthly financial statements reporting reconciliations related supporting schedules and intercompany elimination for subsidiaries and corporate
Provide leadership and guidance to accounting operations including setting goals optimizing end-to-end processes resolving issues identifying opportunities for improvements
Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
Manage key areas of month-end close process review journal entries account reconciliations and financial reporting and variance analysis
Enhance existing accounting procedures and seek opportunities to improve accounting operational efficiency and effectiveness
Manage treasury operations including cash forecasting liquidity management and intercompany funding
Monitor and manage foreign currency exposure including evaluating risks recommending hedging strategies and coordinating execution of foreign exchange transactions
Develop good working relationships with internal/external stakeholders; regularly interact with business owners and management on accounting matters
Develop document and process cost allocations among different legal entities and projects
Support budgeting forecasting and financial analysis in collaboration with FP&A team
Prepare financial and profitability analysis as requested
Drive process improvement and automation initiatives across accounting and treasury function
Responsible for assisting with the annual financial audit with independent auditors
Support supply agreement contract review for accounting implications
Prepare project cost analysis to measure and monitor project financial performance.
Develop implement and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting
Providing accurate compliant financial reporting while digitalizing accounting operations and promoting the flow of decision-ready financial information across internal systems.
Champion automation technology and process improvements to minimize manual effort and increase the speed and accuracy of all accounting processes.
Oversee the designing implementation monitoring and testing of internal controls. Advocate for improvements based on analyses of the controls environment.
Guide corporate-level decisions on cash flow balance sheet optimization and long-term financial strategy. Driving financial excellence liquidity and data-driven decision-making.
Key Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting with strong preference for CPA.
Minimum of 15 years progressive experience in an accounting role with strong preference for experience supporting an engineering environment.
Experience in financial reporting analysis cash flow management and drafting MD&A
Strong working knowledge of all aspects of accounting (Cash Payroll Prepaid A/P A/R Fixed Assets intercompany consolidation).
Proficient with Excel as a business tool (pivot tables data manipulation/importing index Xlookup AI tools such as MS Copilot etc.).
Experience with Oracle Cloud ERP accounting system BNA Fixed Assets tracking system.
Strong background in treasury management cash forecasting and foreign currency exposure or hedging is preferred
Ability to work independently and as part of a team under tight deadlines at times and in an ever changing / dynamic environment.
Candidate should possess high level of attention to detail and accuracy and strong analytical skills.
Demonstrates expert technical understanding of finance systems (e.g. Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP) Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and U.S. GAAP standards and SEC reporting
Knowledge of advanced financial reporting software and close and consolidation systems that have capabilities for automated data collection validation analysis and integration
Knowledge of financial software and/or ERPs that streamline data flow from external disclosures
Strong judgment problem-solving and analytical skills
Expertise in providing financial insights and analysis acting as a trusted advisor for financial decisions and collaborating with FP&A leaders
Executive-level written and verbal communication and presentation skills to succinctly and effectively communicate to staff peers and senior executives
Ability to collaborate effectively with leaders in and outside finance to standardize procedures for collaborating on financial data integration and transfer
Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g. agile lean) and how to apply them to Finance value streams
Strong leadership skills to provide vision and support to the finance and accounting team mentor individuals and develop high-performing talent.
The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trustworthiness and integrity communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.
Proven track record of running an efficient accounting operation business processes and financial management controls environment
Previous involvement with identifying and implementing process improvements to streamline accounting operations drive innovation and increase efficiency
Job details:
Salary Range 12: $168316 - $252475
* 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 individuals qualifications experience. This range is specific to Washington State.
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation
Salary eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits for family or individual
Vision
Dental
Life
Life and Disability
Gender Affirmation Benefits
Parental Leave
401k Plan
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
21 days of annually accrued PTO
Generous Holiday Schedule
10 paid holidays
Relocation Assistance
Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
Flexible Work Schedule
TerraPower Career and Benefits information:
Leading innovations in nuclear applications for reactor and storage technology, while advancing methods to transform the fight against cancer.