Payroll Accounting Consultant

Summary

The Payroll Accounting Consultant (Accounting Consultant) provides overall coordination, support and maintenance necessary to ensure the proper and effective functioning of business unit or department systems. Participates in the development, analysis, planning, implementation administration, and communication of a broad range of department systems, programs, policies and practices. Serves as the functional area's analytical expert for multiple systems and business areas, which may include system security, reporting, intranet web pages and other areas as defined. Works with other department functions to identify, plan and implement solutions that will maximize organizational effectiveness using technology. Partners with IS and / or leads projects involving process and system improvements and special technology needs. Develops and generates a variety of department, function and company reports and statistical summaries. Assists in the development and maintenance of standardized reporting protocol for the functional area to ensure data integrity and consistency.

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in accounting, finance or related field
• With five years of experience (2 years preferred within an electric-utility environment)
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• MBA, MS in Accounting or CPA certification preferred
• Thorough knowledge of accounting theory (GAAP), FERC and ACC requirements, and working knowledge of accounting and related systems
• Strong analytical, research and problem solving skills and ability to communicate effectively with Executive management
• Must possess a broad business perspective, problem solving skills, strong interpersonal, communication and consulting skills

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Payroll SME is responsible for promoting cross-functional teamwork

Major Accountabilities

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and / or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, "U.S. Export Control Laws"). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace.

Hybrid

Hybrid : Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

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