Senior Accountant, Energy Services

NRG Energy • Princeton, NJ

112d • $78,480 - $129,480

About The Position

The position will be responsible for day-to-day accounting activities for plant operations to help ensure that the books are closed on time, in accordance with GAAP, and without material misstatement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• Knowledge of general ledger and reporting software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel with knowledge of advanced features such as pivot tables and look ups.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with 4 years of experience in general financial accounting and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customers.
• Ability to work independently in team oriented culture in a fast paced environment.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• Pursuing or holds CPA, preferred.
• Prior experience in the energy industry or similar commodity based business preferred.
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills; demonstrated planning and organizing skills; ability to think strategically/long-term.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accounting, reporting, and analysis.
• Complete monthly accounting close, including journal entry preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Work closely with the plants, legal, asset management, etc., to understand various operational issues and related accounting implications.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment, including ability and experience to meet firm deadlines, including monthly close on a defined schedule.
• Assist with special projects as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Great company culture!! Voted as a BEST employer by Forbes
• A competitive total compensation package, including annual incentive and/or commission
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Benefits on the first day of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short Term Disability, Wellness program, etc.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
• 401 (k) plan to help save for retirement
• Generous PTO plan, plus 8 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays
• Numerous discounts, including electricity discounts on NRG brands

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree