Accountant II

Job Description

Under general supervision, the Accountant II will perform moderately complex accounting and analysis functions. This individual will participate in daily and monthly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records, ensure SOX procedures and controls are being complied with and working according to documentation and ensure customer satisfaction and continual improvement of processes. In addition to normal accounting responsibilities, the Accountant II is responsible for ensuring electric whole transactions are complete and accurate and issuing payments on a monthly basis. This team is looking for a candidate who pays close attention to detail, is eager to learn, and well-organized. Our company and industry are undergoing rapid change, so the individual in this role will require a high level of adaptability.

The Accountant II is responsible for upholding the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and will promotes and support a culture of total safety.

Additionally, this person will demonstrate a commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct as well as ensure duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform moderately complex accounting, analysis and/or billing functions.
• Prepare moderately complex journal entries and reconcile accounts.
• Evaluate and implement changes related to regulatory and GAAP compliance.
• Participate in the maintenance of the general ledger and/or other automated systems and databases.
• Prepare internal, external, and regulatory financial reports.
• Respond to requests received from management and other departments.
• Participate on special projects/research within the department.
• Comply with internal controls and actively update and test SOX 404 procedures.
• May act as a subject matter expert.
• Company & Industry Acumen - Leverage company knowledge to construct comprehensive analysis; understand where to get the data and who to circulate the findings to; leverage knowledge in a variety of assignments.
• Collaboration - Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to achieve business objectives.  Independently drive tasks to completion.
• Customer Focus - Get first-hand customer information and use it for improvements in products and services, acting with the end customer in mind.
• Innovation & Process Improvement - Take ownership of responsibilities while identifying and recommending improvements to processes, procedures and systems; that appropriately considers stakeholder feedback. Manage time to create capacity to focus on value added work. Ensure individual knowledge and skills are up to date with current industry standards.
• Strategic – Apply strategic thinking and make recommendations to management for operational improvements.
• Influence – Use analysis to provide departmental feedback that supports and drives business decisions.
• Leadership - Lead by example and may provide guidance within scope of responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS in Business, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent combination of education and/or experience 
• 2+ years of directly relevant accounting experience
• Good understanding of GAAP and technical application 
• Good ability to effectively analyze and report on financial information 
• Strong verbal and written skills 
• Strong PC skills (including Excel, Word, Access)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience leading teams or projects
• Experience with SAP
• Certified Public Accountant or candidate
• Certified Management Accountant or candidate
• Advanced Degree

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