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Highlights of the job

EPCOR is looking to bring on a temporary Capital & Governance Accountant I to our growing teamin Glendale, Arizona for 2027 with the possibility of going permanent.

This is a highly visible role, working alongside companyleaders as theCapital Governance and ReportingSubject Matter Expertfor our major capital projectsacross Epcor USA. This role is a uniquely engineered role, combining financial capital governance, compliance, and project management. This person will have theopportunity toassist in the design,development,and implementationof processes, procedures, and tools for capital governance, andhave the opportunity to shape the management and reporting of capital projects.

What you'd be responsible for

• Assist the Senior Analyst in the development, implementation and review of Capital Governance & Reporting processes to ensure compliance to policies, standards, regulatory requirements and ensure mitigation of risks.
• Provide updated guidance and applicable training to Project Managers on a periodic basis.
• Monitor, measure and report regularly on financial performance metrics specifically related to capital project delivery, governance and reporting and provide recommendations for future changes to metrics.
• Assist in development of a capital project dashboard to facilitate more effective project management reporting
• Assist in the annual Post Implementation Reviewprocess and submission for Epcor USA, facilitate periodic capital steering committee meetings , and drive other ad-hoc capital initiatives (as requested by Epcor USA Leadership).
• Lead the consolidation of all capital inputs for the annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes through assistance to project managers, along with the capital portions of the rate case applications and regulatory compliance filings e.g. Annual Reports.
• Enhance on-going effective positioning and appropriate relationships between the Capital Governance & Reporting function and other departments within Epcor USA, and in the rest of Epcor Utilities Inc.
• In coordination with EPCOR's Capital Delivery Model and Organization Project Management initiatives, develop, enhance and maintain the processes and systems necessary to develop and maintain strong capital programs and appropriate reporting (SharePoint, Oracle Projects, Capex DB, etc.).

What's required to besuccessful

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA, or CMA preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience with capital projects, project management and working with engineering and operations teams in the projects.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite, with demonstrated skillset in Excel,Oracle General Ledger,OracleFixed Assets, Oracle Project Management or other fixed asset management software.
• Experience with difficult reconciliations;fulfillingaudit requests; working independently and with others to identify issues and implement solutions.
• In depth working knowledge ofUS GAAP, particularly as it relates to rate regulated industries, SOX, andCapital Compliance required. Knowledge of differences between US GAAP and IFRS would be desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory information requirements and some appreciation of customer rate setting environment.
• Able to develop, implementaccounting governance policies and procedures.
• Able to prepare, analyze, and accurately presentstakeholders withfinancial capital asset data and depreciation for complex entitiesworking with a fixed asset sub-ledgerand general ledger.
• Strong leadership skillswith an emphasis onproactive initiative, team building, knowledge sharing, anddecision making.
• Detail oriented and collaborative problem solver with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams with varying professional backgrounds and areas of expertise with resilience and resourcefulness.
• Knowledge of water and / or wastewater utility and or shared service, or multi-company corporation industry desired.

Other important facts about this job

Headquartered in Glendale, EPCOR USA owns, operates and builds water, wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. We're proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.

EPCOR USA INC is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to fostering a respectful, supportive, and inclusive workplace that recognizes and values the unique perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As an EPCOR employee, you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as:

• Competitive Salary
• Incentive Award Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision and other Insurance Coverage
• Pension and 401k Match Retirement Plan
• Generous Time-off Schedules (PTO, Sick, Vacation, Scheduled Day Off)
• Training Opportunities / Career Path Planning
• Tuition Reimbursement / Certification Support
• And More!

We've been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work inthe United States.
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (includingcriminal,driving, and educational) and professional reference checks is required.
• Clearance on pre-employmentdrug testingwillbe required.