Plant Accountant II or Senior

Tucson Electric Power•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

We are looking for talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact in the company and the community. Apply now and become part of the dynamic energy industry! Position Description This person will determine appropriateness of and prepare entries, corrections and adjustments to plant and specified asset accounting records; evaluate variances and analyzes the effects of transactions on various account relationships related to financial statements. Position-Related Responsibilities Determines appropriateness of and prepares entries, corrections and adjustments to plant and specified asset accounting records; evaluates variances and analyzes the effects of transactions on various account relationships related to financial statements. Evaluates alternative means of treating transactions, which enter into the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and financial reports, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and FERC guidelines. Prepares or oversees monthly, quarterly and annual reports related to Plant Accounting areas of responsibility. Researches and implements solutions on new accounting (GAAP) and regulatory issues (FERC, SEC, ACC, etc.) Maintains Projects and Fixed Asset accounting systems and uses available tools to query those systems for information; understands & supports relationship between Projects, Fixed Assets and General Ledger modules of Oracle Financials. Using available PC software develops worksheets to provide reports and supporting accounting schedules, as necessary. Provides customer service to other departments within the company on issues pertaining to operations & plant accounting. Recommends improvements or modifications to accounting systems & procedures. Performs additional assignments as requested. This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Requirements

Requires BS degree in Accounting with 24 units of accounting from an accredited institution or an AA degree in business with 18 units of accounting and 6 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two years of experience in accounting, or 8 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum qualifications of Level II and four years related experience.

Nice To Haves

Big 5 public accounting experience and CPA status preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Determines appropriateness of and prepares entries, corrections and adjustments to plant and specified asset accounting records
Evaluates variances and analyzes the effects of transactions on various account relationships related to financial statements.
Evaluates alternative means of treating transactions, which enter into the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual accounting and financial reports, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles and FERC guidelines.
Prepares or oversees monthly, quarterly and annual reports related to Plant Accounting areas of responsibility.
Researches and implements solutions on new accounting (GAAP) and regulatory issues (FERC, SEC, ACC, etc.)
Maintains Projects and Fixed Asset accounting systems and uses available tools to query those systems for information; understands & supports relationship between Projects, Fixed Assets and General Ledger modules of Oracle Financials.
Using available PC software develops worksheets to provide reports and supporting accounting schedules, as necessary.
Provides customer service to other departments within the company on issues pertaining to operations & plant accounting.
Recommends improvements or modifications to accounting systems & procedures.
Performs additional assignments as requested.
This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.