Accountant

Purpose of Position:

Under basic supervision, manages and maintains the integrity of the financial accounting system for Arizona operations; performs a wide range of accounting, technical review and general ledger functions; assists with audits and financial reporting in compliance with state and Federal regulations, corporate policies and procedures, and financial accounting standards.

Position Essential Functions:

·         Performs a wide range of accounting, technical review and general ledger functions; reviews, approves and posts documents and computer accounting entries; performs duties within scope of authority and training; duties may vary according to job assignment.

·         Reviews and reconciles accounting transactions, budget adjustments, and other financial activities; reviews financial and accounting records, assures GL integrity, corrects errors, and resolves accounting issues.

·         Monitors accounting documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with corporate policies and best practices; interprets requests and prepares journal entries.

·         Monitors budgets and expenditures and evaluates and reports anomalies and trends.

·         Assists accounting staff, and explains accounting rules, policies, and procedures; research financial issues and resolves problems within the scope of authority.

·         Collects and evaluates financial and administrative information, and compiles data for reports.

·         Develops and prepares internal and external financial reports, financial statements, and coordinates work with auditors as required.

·         Manages CWIP (Construction Work in Progress) accounts as assigned; updates and maintains statistical information, financial reports and related documents.

·         Assists in planning, implementing, training, and maintaining SAP software; interacts with SAP consultants to create best practices.  

·         Manages and updates UMS (Utility Management Solutions) billing software accounting and tax (group) codes.

·         Assist with month and year-end closures.

·         Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and organization information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

·        Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; AND five years’ accounting experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

·         Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Principles.

·         Business and personal computers, and financial spreadsheet software applications.

·         General ledger reconciliation standards.

·         Exceptional time management, communication and problem-solving skills.