Senior Analyst, Accounting

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.    Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.    Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.     Job Summary

The Property Accounting team is responsible for the proper accounting, recording, and reporting of the Company’s capital assets.  Property Accounting is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of our customers and internal clients, anticipating the changing needs of the Business Units, and providing solutions in an accurate and timely manner. This position supports the Company’s recovery of fixed assets and is responsible for ensuring that the capital assets are accurately recorded and reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), internal policies and procedures, and state and federal regulatory requirements.  Essential Functions

•    Prepare regulatory filing schedules supporting the Company’s interim capital recovery mechanisms or rate cases. Further, perform detailed analysis and written responses to intervenor requests for information.  •    Record and report on the Company’s Asset Retirement Obligations including annual surveys, analysis and developing key assumptions. •    Perform SOX control testing and respond to both internal and external audit questions relating to Property Accounting matters. •    Understand and consistently apply the Company’s capitalization policy and retirement unit guidelines. •    Work cross-functionally with business units to address questions and document accounting conclusions to maximize corporate results.  •    Perform and execute key activities within the monthly accounting close cycle, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, reviewing monthly transaction activity, preparing fixed-asset rollfoward and ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial reporting support. •    Manage and complete ad-hoc projects through detailed project management skills and strong communication with management and stakeholders.

Description

Bachelor of Science or Business Administration degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business from an accredited college or university. CPA required; or seeking CPA Experience

3+ years of relevant work experience required; public accounting experience preferred. SAP, Oracle including Fixed Asset Module knowledge Strong knowledge of GAAP and FERC guidance.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in project management and process improvements with strong organizational skills. Strong attention to detail, with a proven ability to think critically and solve problems.     We want you to know Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.    What we bring to you

Competitive pay Paid training Benefits eligibility begins on your first day Transit subsidies Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off Access to discounts at