Accountant II - Operations Accounting

APS•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Accountant II on Arizona Public Service’s Operations Accounting team, you will help ensure the accuracy and integrity of APS financial information. You will prepare financial statements and management reports, maintain accounting records and general ledger accounts, and support reporting activities that inform business decisions and help APS operate efficiently. The role supports financial accountability, operational excellence, and the organization’s long-term success. The position involves analyzing and reconciling accounts and reports, maintaining financial systems and reporting applications, and processing accounting transactions. You will support business units with budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, research, and ad hoc reporting; apply GAAP, FERC regulations, and company accounting policies; respond to customer and business inquiries; and help identify and resolve accounting or reporting issues. You will also contribute to process and reporting improvements and participate in special projects and cross-functional teams. This is a hybrid role. Employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in person at an APS or other non-home-office location and to reside in Arizona, or in New Mexico if based at Four Corners. A home office must have adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic setup. Role types may change based on business need. The position may require access to information controlled by U.S. export control laws; applicants must confirm their U.S. person status as described in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, plus two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Broad understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and internal controls.
Knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and account reconciliation processes.
Experience applying accounting principles and professional accounting standards to a variety of financial activities.
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to solve moderately complex problems and make sound accounting decisions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting.
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with supervisors, managers, and cross-functional teams.
Broad knowledge of spreadsheet and software programs, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently while contributing to team success.
Applicants must confirm their U.S. person status for this position, as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

MBA, MS in Accounting, and/or CPA certification.
Experience with the PowerPlan software platform.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain financial, budgetary, regulatory, statistical, and other management reports, ensuring they are accurate and complete.
Assist in designing and developing new management reports.
Analyze and reconcile accounts and reports of broad scope and impact.
Update and maintain financial systems and reporting applications, and recommend enhancements to system functionality and reporting quality.
Prepare journal vouchers, billings, and payments; process inventory, fixed asset, and other transactions; monitor and balance account activity; and resolve outstanding items.
Assist business units with annual budgets and forecasts, conduct research, and produce ad hoc reports as needed.
Perform monthly analysis and explain variances to budgets, forecasts, and prior-period actual results.
Research, review, or propose accounting treatment for routine transactions using GAAP, FERC regulations, and company accounting policies.
Respond to business unit inquiries and data requests, researching and resolving more complex requests.
Identify accounting or reporting issues and recommend corrective action.
Complete special projects and participate in accounting or cross-functional project teams.
Collaborate with supervisors, managers, and business unit teams to provide financial insight and support operational goals.
Help ensure compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.