Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE'sOffice of Controllerteam is looking for qualified candidates to fill anopenManager Disbursementsposition! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description Puget Sound Energy's Disbursements Department is looking for a Manager Disbursements to join our team. This role oversees all aspects of the accounts payable and payroll departments. The ideal candidate interacts with upper management across the organization, external vendors and customers to integrate solutions that meet the company's goals both financially and operationally. The manager will also be responsible for payroll tax compliance, payroll accounting and interface/maintenance of related HR record keeping systems. Job Responsibilities Provides employees with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams. Oversees accounts payable (A/P) from receipt and processing of invoices to completion of payment cycle, P-card program, employee expense reimbursement,1099 and tax related matters. Reviews and approves all disbursement check processing for appropriate backup documentation and approvals. Communicates effectively as a subject matter expert with internal and external stakeholders, including HR, Accounting,Treasury and Purchasing. Assists in accounting close process, reviews/posts journal entries, prepares related reports. Develops corporate policies & procedures related to payroll and A/P activities and functions incluing monitoring and maintenance of master vendor file. Manages bi-weekly and monthly payroll, including garnishments, benefits and taxes and employee deductions, consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws. Keeps apprised of compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting payroll and other disbursements operations. Manages the timecard program, provides training, manages time administrator manuals, and acts as system administrator. Performs problem resolution pertaining to timekeeping program. Participates as a member of leadership team in setting priorities for system and technical requirements, to maintain the integrity of the HRIS. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Eight (8) years of relevant accounting experience; or Certified Public Accountant designation with five (5) years relevant experience at a major public accounting firm. Knowledge of basic GAAP Accounting Standards - SOX 404. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Experience with IRS 1099 reporting related to accounts payable. Demonstrated experience with project management and process improvement. Proficiency with Excel, Access, Word and Oracle. Strong communication and interpersonal skills both verbal and written, and the ability to maintain extreme confidentiality. Ability to multi-task and willingness to learn new skills. Team-oriented person who can focus both on the details and the "big picture". Proven results oriented goals with a proactive management style to implement new processes. Ability to deal effectively in a rapidly changing environment. Proven systems integration experience including planning, evaluation and implementation. Desired Qualifications Masters degree or advanced certification. American Payroll Assoc (APA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP). Knowledge of SAP and/or other HR/Payroll integrated systems with emphasis on full cycle/in-h