What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager - Corporate Accounting Services. position at Salt River Project?
Requisition ID: 19635
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
Benefits
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
The Senior Manager - Corporate Accounting Services is a leader responsible for the select accounting operations, reporting, and compliance functions. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data, supports executive decision-making, and aligns accounting practices with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. This role leads multiple professional staff that execute general ledger activities, SAP Controlling (CO)/ cost accounting, accounts receivable, master data, unclaimed property, financial close processes, budgeting, federal award compliance, and internal controls oversight.
What You'll Do
A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is required.
Experience
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
Benefits
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
- Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Over 200 hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
- Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
- Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
- Short and long-term disability plans
- Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
- 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
The Senior Manager - Corporate Accounting Services is a leader responsible for the select accounting operations, reporting, and compliance functions. This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial data, supports executive decision-making, and aligns accounting practices with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. This role leads multiple professional staff that execute general ledger activities, SAP Controlling (CO)/ cost accounting, accounts receivable, master data, unclaimed property, financial close processes, budgeting, federal award compliance, and internal controls oversight.
What You'll Do
- Manage general accounting functions, including cost allocations, miscellaneous receivables, unclaimed property, master data, subsidiary and affiliate accounting and reporting, and internal controls compliance.
- Lead and manage a team of professionals, including hiring, goal setting, performance management, coaching/development, team building, and training.
- Oversee the monthly and annual accounting close, as well as maintenance of accounting ledgers, including monthly review of account reconciliations and journal entries.
- Prepare subsidiary and affiliate financial statements, prepare board materials and conduct board presentations.
- Lead federal grant award 2CFR200 compliance and process improvement initiatives.
- Supervise and approve the corporate and functional cost allocations.
- Monitor internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) design and operating effectiveness.
- Maintain segregation of duties (SOD) compliance via the SAP GRC module.
- Ensure financial information is reliable and available to various areas of the company.
- Establish and uphold accounting policies and procedures throughout the organization.
- Participate in SAP/ accounting system implementations and initiatives.
- Support internal customers (including upper management) to facilitate understanding and interpretation of financial data to assist in business decisions and bond offerings.
- Work with external auditors to ensure successful and timely financial statement audits.
- Collaborate with internal auditors to support SRP corporate audit projects and initiatives.
- Execute special projects and assignments as requested by management.
- Expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
- Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, adaptability, and customer-centric service delivery.
- Leads a high-performing team capable of meeting current and future departmental goals.
- Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous complex projects and drive organization change.
- Ability to create corporate wide solutions to complex and vague situations.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is required.
Experience
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience required.
- 2 or more years of accounting management experience is preferred.
- Large ERP experience preferred (SAP)
- Minimum 2 years of public accounting experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite including advanced Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of utility accounting is preferred.
- Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field is preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.