Senior Accountant

Engie•Houston, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the accounting and reporting of distributed solar and storage entities, with a focus on partnership structures and project-level accounting. This role operates in a multi-entity, project-finance environment and supports financial reporting, audits, and partner deliverables. The position is ideal for an individual pursuing a CPA or Chartered Accountant qualification who is looking to deepen their technical accounting expertise in the renewable energy sector.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Actively pursuing CPA or Chartered Accountant (ACCA/CA) qualification
3–6 years of progressive accounting experience
Strong foundation in general ledger and financial reporting
Experience supporting external audits
Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems (SAP or similar ERP)

Nice To Haves

Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or project-based industries
Exposure to partnership accounting or complex entity structures
Experience with multi-entity environments and consolidations
Knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Responsibilities

Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for assigned partnership entities
Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, and eliminations
Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate/resolve variances
Support preparation of GAAP/IFRS financial statements and reporting packages
Support accounting for partnership structures, including allocations, distributions, and capital activity
Track project-level costs, capitalization, and operating results
Work closely with Asset Management to ensure accurate reflection of project economics
Assist in preparation of partner reporting and investor deliverables
Prepare audit schedules and serve as a key contact for external auditors
Support year-end audits and respond to audit inquiries on assigned entities
Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances
Support consolidation processes and elimination entries
Ensure consistency across entities and reporting structures
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
Support system enhancements, automation initiatives, and data validation efforts
Contribute to ongoing transformation initiatives
Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Asset Management teams
Support cash forecasting and project-level analysis
Participate in recurring project review and close meetings