Accounting Manager

Job Description: Accounting Manager

The position has a hybrid work model, in the Houston, TX office.

Elsdon Consulting are delighted to have partnered with a global energy and renewable infrastructure player to recruit an Accounting Manager.

Our client stands at the forefront of the global energy sector, committed to pioneering sustainable solutions for a better tomorrow. With a dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship, they lead the way in providing diverse energy services that empower communities and businesses to thrive.

Their holistic approach encompasses renewable energy, energy efficiency, and cutting-edge technologies, all geared towards a more sustainable future for generations to come.

The Role:

As the Accounting Manager, your role encompasses overseeing and managing all accounting functions. This includes but is not limited to, managing the accounting group, designing and delivering specific aspects of financial statements and reporting packages, and providing analysis for both local management and the parent company. You will lead working teams to achieve goals while upholding robust internal controls and drive continuous process improvements. In this role you will possess a strong background in both accounting and finance, coupled with experience in effectively managing teams of accounting professionals.

• Manage accounting and financial reporting activities for Power & Gas, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures and policies
• Lead and develop employees, providing instruction and direction according to department and company needs, while adhering to established policies and practices
• Oversee controls to ensure reliability of financial statements, effectiveness of operations, and compliance with laws and regulations
• Coordinate closely with the Retail Supply group’s, to ensure accuracy of margin activity, reconcile billed revenue, manage Renewable Energy Credits/Allowances settlements, process ISO invoice payments, reconcile cash forecasts, and support requests for financial information from auditors and management

What You’ll Bring

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience in financial reporting, settlements, or accounting within a commodity business, or retail power
• You have experience in compiling financial statements and working with multiple accounting systems
• You enjoy utilizing your strong accounting and reporting abilities and advanced Excel skills
• You are deadline-oriented and excel in planning ahead for smooth close processes

You have a solid understanding of accounting controls and enjoy conducting self-assessments and account reconciliation processes