Sr. Accountant

Southwest Power Pool • Little Rock, AR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

SPP is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team. This role is responsible for overseeing complex accounting and financial activities, including account analysis, month-end close, financial reporting, journal entry review, account reconciliations, and payroll support. The Senior Accountant will partner closely with Accounting and Finance leadership and collaborate across the organization to support business operations and strategic initiatives. A key focus of this role is supporting SPP’s growing Market+ initiatives, which includes implementing financial system integrations, processing weekly Market+ transactions, supporting SOC1 control activities, maintaining customer and general ledger structures, preparing customer invoicing, and ensuring the accuracy of market-related financial data and reporting. This position offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on organizational success while working with stakeholders across the company in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or business-related field or 2 years relevant experience above experience requirements.
• Five (5) years of job-related experience in accounting processes and transactions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word in performing and preparing financial analysis, financial statements and reports, process documentation, proposals, recommendations, and presentations to management.
• Understanding of accounting and/or payroll practices where applicable to ensure compliance with standards.
• Work independently on assignments with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Strong analytical and inquiry skills, with the ability to exercise an appropriate degree of professional skepticism.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of and compliance with SPP Policies and Procedures.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree or certification in an accounting or finance related area (e.g. CPA or MBA).
• Experience with ERP/accounting software systems such as Oracle NetSuite.
• Proficiency with UKG Pro payroll software.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification.
• Experience processing/managing payroll in multiple states.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed analytical reviews of general ledger accounts and financial statements.
• Review and approve accounting, payroll, and financial transactions prepared by staff accountants and payroll analysts.
• Perform month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Support annual financial audits and benefit plan audits.
• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements for regulatory agencies and lending institutions.
• Produce internal financial reporting and provide variance analysis and business insights.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and documentation of accounting processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with departments across the organization on corporate initiatives and projects.
• Provide financial analysis and support for special projects and ad hoc assignments.
• Implement financial system integrations.
• Process weekly Market+ transactions.
• Support SOC1 control activities.
• Maintain customer and general ledger structures.
• Prepare customer invoicing.
• Ensure the accuracy of market-related financial data and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits
• Pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior