Tax Senior Accountant

Job Description

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. 

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.

Job 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.
• Responds to requests received from management and other departments and represents the department at company meetings
• Complies with internal controls and actively updates and tests SOX 404 procedures.
• Provides training and guidance to less experienced staff and cross-trains with other staff members.
• Company & Industry Acumen - Consistently applies industry knowledge when developing analysis; understands who the key stakeholders are and circulates findings accordingly; leverages knowledge to drive cross-functional solutions.
• Collaboration - Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to achieve business objectives and leads projects to completion with the appropriate amount of urgency.
• Customer Focus - Articulates customer needs and works collaboratively to exceed expectations and improve the customer experience.
• Innovation & Process Improvement - Takes ownership of responsibilities while identifying and recommending improvements to processes, procedures and systems; that appropriately considers stakeholder feedback.  Manages time to create capacity to focus on value added work.  Ensures individual knowledge and skills are up to date with current industry standards and actively shares knowledge with others.
• Strategic – Uses strategic thinking and critical reasoning to create solutions and drive value within business and team to meet strategic objectives.
• Influence – Uses analysis to provide cross-functional feedback that supports and drives business decisions.
• Leadership - Leads by example, provides guidance and may assist with training of junior staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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) 

Desired Qualifications

• Licensed Certified Public Accountant
• Master of Taxation or other advanced degree
• Utility tax