Tax Senior Accountant

Puget Sound Energy • Bellevue, WA

3d • $82,000 - $136,300

About The Position

The Tax Senior Accountant performs complex accounting and analysis functions, under general direction. They also will participate in daily and monthly accounting processes to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records. Additionally, the Tax Senior Accountant ensures SOX procedures and controls are being complied with and working according to documentation. They will ensure customer satisfaction and continual improvement of processes. They will provide guidance and training to lower level staff.

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of relevant tax experience
• CPA
• Master of Taxation or other advanced degree
• Utility taxation experience
• Experience with OneSource/GoSystem RS, Power BI, Alteryx, RIA Checkpoint

Responsibilities

• Participates in the preparation and filing of tax returns.
• Creates, gathers, analyzes, and maintains sufficient records to support the monthly tax accrual and tax return.
• Maintains tax fixed assets schedules and supporting workpapers.
• Supports and educates other departments on tax matters.
• Identifies and resolves more complex tax issues or opportunities with assistance.
• Leads or consults on special projects within the tax department.
• Complies with internal controls and actively updates SOX 404 procedures.
• May act as the primary point of contact between the company and the taxing authority.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors to support tax compliance and ongoing business activities.
• Keeps up-to-date on current tax law changes, pronouncements, and issues.
• Perform and enhance tax policies, procedures, controls, and documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• supplemental life insurance
• accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• 401(k) investment option
• cash balance retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree