SummaryAs an Accounting Operations Consultant, you will provide expert accounting guidance on complex financial matters that help APS make informed business decisions. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of financial operations while supporting strategic goals. By solving complex accounting challenges and advising leaders on financial policies, plans, and objectives, you help APS remain a strong, reliable utility that serves customers and communities across Arizona.
What Your Day Would Be Like- Analyze and resolve complex accounting issues that impact financial operations, reporting, and business decisions.
- Develop solutions for challenging accounting projects and initiatives that align with organizational goals.
- Partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to provide guidance on financial strategies, policies, and business objectives.
- Prepare and review complex financial analyses and reports that support informed decision-making.
- Evaluate accounting processes and systems, identifying opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness.
- Serve as a trusted consultant to management on significant accounting matters and organizational priorities.
Who We're Looking For- Strong accounting expertise with experience handling complex financial operations, reporting, and analysis.
- Ability to solve challenging problems and develop practical solutions in a dynamic business environment.
- Skilled at interpreting financial information and communicating recommendations to a variety of stakeholders.
- Experience collaborating with management and influencing decisions through sound professional judgment.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
- A proactive professional who thrives on accountability, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality results.
Minimum Requirements- BS degree in accounting, finance or related field
- PLUS five years of experience (2 years preferred within an electric-utility environment) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 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, Knowledge or Qualifications:- MBA, MS in Accounting or CPA certification preferred.
- Utility experience preferred.
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, this position requires 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 for this position will be required to confirm their U.S. 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.
Major Accountabilities1) Prepares a variety of accurate and timely financial reports that are highly complex, participant billings, rate case studies and responds to information requests.
2) Analyzes and reconciles a variety of accounts and reports that are highly complex, and maintains financial reporting systems.
3) Performs a variety of highly complex economic studies to evaluate a range of standard business issues, proposals and alternatives.
4) Models financial activity to produce a variety of highly complex corporate financial targets and forecasts.
5) Supports regulatory and competitive strategies, analysis and findings.
6) Contributes to the development of department policies and procedures, accounting manuals and FERC regulations.
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.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
