Manager Accounting - Accounts Payable and Payroll

Closing Date to Apply: August 6th, 2026 @ 5 pm PST. First review of applications will occur on August 3rd, 2026.

Pay

Salary: $117,858.00 to $199,139.00 annually. Midpoint: $158,498.50. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits

Grant PUD offers a comprehensive benefits package. Different employee types are eligible for different benefits. Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program.

Grant County PUD will conduct a background check after a contingent offer of employment has been made.

About the role

The Accounting Manager plays a key role within the Accounting Department, responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the organization’s payroll and accounts payable functions. This position ensures that payments are processed timely, accurately, and in compliance with both internal policies and external regulations. The role involves verifying the accurate calculation and distribution of employee wages and accounts payable disbursements while maintaining the integrity and efficiency of these critical operations. The Accounting Manager will work closely with stakeholders for the accounts payable and payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team responsible for end-to-end accounts payable and payroll, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training staff. Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations and aid in staff growth through coaching and mentoring.
• Oversee tasks related to compiling, processing, and maintaining accounts payable and payroll records to ensure timely and accurate payments. Assist team members with resolving errors or inquiries and act as the first level of escalation for complaints or complex error resolution.
• Partner cross-functionally with Human Resources, Audit, Treasury, and Information Technology to resolve issues, maintain data integrity, and support system functionality.
• Lead workforce planning efforts by assessing team capacity, assigning resources, and balancing operational demands with participation in District-wide projects and initiatives.
• Ensure strong controls around accounts payable and payroll processes, adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations, both internal and external.
• Set strategy and priorities for process, policy, procedures, and changes for both groups. Interpret, develop, and update policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with organizational goals.
• Ensure accurate transactions are recorded in accordance with US GAAP, GASB accounting standards, state disbursements regulations, and applicable state and federal payroll regulations.
• Ensure end-to-end accountability for payroll and accounts payable tax reporting, including reconciliation, review, and timely filing of Forms W-2, 1099, and related submissions.
• Prepare financial reports and KPIs such as aging reports and performance metrics for audit and management review.
• Serve as a primary liaison for internal and external audits related to payroll and accounts payable, including coordinating requests, providing documentation, and supporting timely resolution of audit items.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities, developing project plans, and managing the implementation of system and process enhancements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve service delivery.
• Develop and deliver clear communication, change management plans, and supporting materials to ensure successful adoption of process, system, and policy changes across the organization.
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned, which may include tasks outside the typical scope of accounts payable and payroll.
• Demonstrate commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements, including laws, regulations, security guidelines, and Grant PUD policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of the safety program, including following safety policies, reporting incidents, and supporting safety culture initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field, or two additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in payroll and/or accounts payable processing, including at least two years of demonstrated leadership experience leading people, projects, or cross-functional work.

Preferred Qualifications

• CMA or CPA License.
• Experience in a public utility or governmental entity.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field.
• Experience with FERC accounting, fixed asset/plant accounting, revenue accounting, or energy accounting.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, and accounting principles, including applicable laws and regulations, with the ability to implement best practices that support operational efficiency and compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with management, Finance, Human Resources, auditors, and diverse internal and external partners.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee and financial information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and review process documentation, reports, and operational procedures.
• Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement best practices that improve operational efficiency, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, and payroll, accounts payable, and financial management systems.

Schedule

Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting. Typical shift is 8 or 9 hours.