What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fuel Accounting Analyst II - 518454 position at Tennessee Valley Authority?
External - Posting Description
Fuel Accounting Analyst II - 518454
Organization: Finance
Department: Power Supply & Fuels
Work Location: Chattanooga or Knoxville, Tennessee
Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 07/20/2026
Posting Close: 07/26/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in analysis and accounting. Experience with payables and transactional settlement is highly preferred.
Position Purpose
Responsible for accounting and reporting for various TVA transactions including, but not limited to, Fuel-related commodity costs, leases, benefit plans, and variable interest entities (VIEs) including reconciliation and disclosure support. Other areas of accounting responsibilities may include, but not be limited to, derivative accounting and reporting,TVA’s Fuel Cost Adjustment, TVA’s payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) process. Responsible for providing information for TVA’s SEC filings. Other accountabilities within these activities include, but may not be limited to, supporting TVA's financial statement integrity, supporting Sarbanes-Oxley control environment compliance, supporting the development of training for TVA’s accountants, supporting the development of the annual fuel contracting plan, budget and forecast reporting, performing financial analysis, supporting business system development and integration, and supporting system and process improvements.
Principal Accountabilities
Education — A Bachelor’s degree is required. Field of study in accounting or finance is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study, with related education, training & experience will be considered. An advanced degree in accounting, finance or business administration is desirable.
Experience — At least two years of related professional experience in financial management, business systems and controls
Certification/License, etc — Professional certifications (such as a Certified Public Accountant license) are encouraged.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Must have working knowledge of general business, financial systems and controls, computer skills, and financial analysis techniques. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to communicate clearly orally and in writing. Strong commitment to and skills in employee communication and the ability to build teamwork and convey mission, objective, expectations and philosophy. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
Fuel Accounting Analyst II - 518454
Organization: Finance
Department: Power Supply & Fuels
Work Location: Chattanooga or Knoxville, Tennessee
Relocation: Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.
Posting Open: 07/20/2026
Posting Close: 07/26/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in analysis and accounting. Experience with payables and transactional settlement is highly preferred.
Position Purpose
Responsible for accounting and reporting for various TVA transactions including, but not limited to, Fuel-related commodity costs, leases, benefit plans, and variable interest entities (VIEs) including reconciliation and disclosure support. Other areas of accounting responsibilities may include, but not be limited to, derivative accounting and reporting,TVA’s Fuel Cost Adjustment, TVA’s payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT) process. Responsible for providing information for TVA’s SEC filings. Other accountabilities within these activities include, but may not be limited to, supporting TVA's financial statement integrity, supporting Sarbanes-Oxley control environment compliance, supporting the development of training for TVA’s accountants, supporting the development of the annual fuel contracting plan, budget and forecast reporting, performing financial analysis, supporting business system development and integration, and supporting system and process improvements.
Principal Accountabilities
- Perform transactional accounting and account reconciliations for general ledger accounts, as appropriate.
- Continuously improve accounting acumen by attending continuous education courses including internal accounting training courses
- Support and maintain a superior control environment by owning, complying with, certifying, and enhancing (as appropriate) Sarbanes-Oxley controls.
- Stay abreast of SEC rules and interpretations for compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, professional standards and guidance from authoritative sources such as the AICPA, and industry best practices for process design, analysis, and documentation.
- Analyze key business processes, procedures and systems and recommends strategies for balancing strong internal controls with improved efficiency and effectiveness through process simplification, streamlining and standardization. Assists in development and delivery of TVA-wide training and presentations on business processes and controls associated with financial reporting.
- Support the development of related business systems that contain accounting transactions.
- Support an environment of continuous improvement in Technology & Innovation, as well as accounting & control processes.
- Budget and forecast preparation
Education — A Bachelor’s degree is required. Field of study in accounting or finance is preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study, with related education, training & experience will be considered. An advanced degree in accounting, finance or business administration is desirable.
Experience — At least two years of related professional experience in financial management, business systems and controls
Certification/License, etc — Professional certifications (such as a Certified Public Accountant license) are encouraged.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Must have working knowledge of general business, financial systems and controls, computer skills, and financial analysis techniques. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to communicate clearly orally and in writing. Strong commitment to and skills in employee communication and the ability to build teamwork and convey mission, objective, expectations and philosophy. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
- Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
- Email documents to [email protected]