Northwestern Energy
Accountant
Work Location: Butte, MT
Pay Range: $55,600 to $97,200 per year
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect.
About this position The Accountant position performs a variety of accounting assignments and works with a team to maintain general ledger account balances in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as well as state and federal regulatory agencies.
We offer great benefits NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non‑elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial health)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continuing education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance‑based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
About this job
Participates in monthly accounting close activities
Maintain general ledger accounts through account reconciliations, including monthly, quarterly, annually or periodic analysis of period‑to‑period variances
Research and resolve open reconciling items, following policies and procedures
Assist in monitoring capital asset additions for a select group of departments, including processing asset transactions, reporting, and monitoring completion dates
Prepare journal entries and general accounting duties as needed
Prepare supporting schedules, analysis and reports for monthly closing, and audits as needed
Ability to research and bring forward relevant information to trouble shoot issues
Follow guidance to maintain adequate internal controls over financial reporting
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance related field, OR 5 years of equivalent work experience and a fundamental understanding of accounting rules/concepts
Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals
Working knowledge of SAP and PowerPlan, preferred.
Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, and other software applications.
Strong analysis and problem‑solving skills, with a high attention to detail
Strong organizational skills, communications skills, and the ability to work well in a team
Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click here to certify at no cost)
Requisition #4889
Posting Dates: January 12, 2026 through January 26, 2026
Department/Division: Finance
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: Part‑time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1‑800‑245‑6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com.
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Work Location: Butte, MT
Pay Range: $55,600 to $97,200 per year
Employment Status: Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.com
Internal candidates apply through iConnect.
About this position The Accountant position performs a variety of accounting assignments and works with a team to maintain general ledger account balances in conformity with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as well as state and federal regulatory agencies.
We offer great benefits NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non‑elective contribution up to 7%
Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial health)
Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
Continuing education reimbursement
Competitive pay (Scheduled performance‑based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
Paid parental leave
Paid bereavement leave
Paid training opportunities
Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
About this job
Participates in monthly accounting close activities
Maintain general ledger accounts through account reconciliations, including monthly, quarterly, annually or periodic analysis of period‑to‑period variances
Research and resolve open reconciling items, following policies and procedures
Assist in monitoring capital asset additions for a select group of departments, including processing asset transactions, reporting, and monitoring completion dates
Prepare journal entries and general accounting duties as needed
Prepare supporting schedules, analysis and reports for monthly closing, and audits as needed
Ability to research and bring forward relevant information to trouble shoot issues
Follow guidance to maintain adequate internal controls over financial reporting
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance related field, OR 5 years of equivalent work experience and a fundamental understanding of accounting rules/concepts
Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals
Working knowledge of SAP and PowerPlan, preferred.
Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, and other software applications.
Strong analysis and problem‑solving skills, with a high attention to detail
Strong organizational skills, communications skills, and the ability to work well in a team
Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click here to certify at no cost)
Requisition #4889
Posting Dates: January 12, 2026 through January 26, 2026
Department/Division: Finance
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: Part‑time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1‑800‑245‑6977 or at job.inquiries@northwestern.com.
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