SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
Benefits
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200 hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
Prepare, record, verify and pay vendor invoices for goods and services on a timely basis/respond to vendor queries | Maintain, analyze and reconcile accounts payable ledger accounts, financial statements and reports | Develop, direct, plan and evaluate accounts payable policies and procedures l Ensure external and internal controls and policies are not compromised.
What You'll Do
Research and analyze transactions and accounts that require corrections. Process the corrections by creating Adjustments, Credits, Financial Adjustments (Journal Entries), Obsolete invoices and verifying/creating Refunds to Vendors. Must understand the transactions and effects of adjustments to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Complete Account Reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Perform Monthly and Annual Close of the Accounts Payable module. Review invoices and documents, accrue expenses in accordance with policy to ensure the integrity of the financial statements and compliance with GAAP.
Lead the team in identifying and implementing processes that support SRP policies and procedures.
Create Board and Trend Reports on a periodic basis. Research and complete the processes for Foreign Transaction Reports, OFAC review and other compliance reporting/processes as requested.
Work with Auditors (External and Internal) to produce required evidence and documents requested. Communicate with and support SRP Business Associates regarding inquires or data requests.
Engage in continual improvement of processes. Coordinate with Procurement and Logistics and Warehousing to make corrections and to ensure compliance and appropriate accounting procedures are used.
Processes payments returned from the bank and reimbursements from Board and Council.
What It Takes To Succeed
Accounting degree is preferred
Experience
Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1 and demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor.
Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of 3 years experience at Level 2, is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.
Education
Completion of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visas.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Utilities
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