Senior Accountant #50943

JOB SUMMARY: Puget Sound Energy’s General Accounting Department is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team.

This position will perform complex accounting and analysis functions as well as participate in daily and monthly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of the financial records. General Accounting is the hub of PSE’s four day close process. We are looking for someone who has the desire to provide customer satisfaction, partner with business units, and improve processes. The candidate should have strong problem solving skills and be flexible and nimble in terms of taking on a variety of assignments and projects, which may include accounting research.

Some of the duties include further automating the accounting close, process and preparing and reviewing journal entries, bank reconciliations and FERC financial forms. This role will also be involved in payroll and benefit close activities and be responsible for ensuring SOX procedures and controls are being complied with; and working according to documentation. There may be opportunities for stretch assignments for a variety of projects, which come the department’s way.

This is an excellent opportunity to play an integral role within PSE to help us better serve the environment, our customers, and the communities in which they live. PSE provides an environment where all employees are valued, respected, and provided with the opportunity to achieve maximum performance. We offer a comprehensive pay package that includes competitive compensation, annual goals-based incentive bonuses, comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits, 401(K), a company paid retirement pension plan, and an employee assistance and wellness program. Gain the energy to do great things through a career with Puget Sound Energy!

JOB REQUIREMENT:JOB RESPONSIBILTY: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS in business, finance, or accounting; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Strong technical accounting skills.
• Strong ability to effectively analyze, research, and report on financial information.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written..
• Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups, functions)
• Month-end closing experience.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Payroll and benefit, FERC, and/or utility accounting experience.
• Project management skills.
• Experience with SAP or other large scale enterprise software systems.
• Masters of Business Administration (MBA), or other advanced degree, or candidate.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or candidate.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or candidate.