Accountant, Operations Accounting - R08629-4121

Invenergy - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Operations Accountant will manage the day-to-day accounting functions for multiple operational and construction phase energy power production plants. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards, as well as supporting various financial activities related to the projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, including all monthly journal entries, to verify account balances for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Prepare project account reconciliation workbooks to support balance sheet and income statement balances and activity.
• Ensure accuracy of all general ledger information for the entire chart of accounts for all projects for which you would be responsible.
• Support Asset Managers and Portfolio Finance Managers to maintain compliance with project debt and equity agreements.
• Assist with annual audit work papers and audit report preparation.
• Coordinate project treasury, banking, and cash flow analysis.
• Coordinate and take ownership of project issues with Asset Managers, Project Managers and Finance professionals.
• Assist Asset Managers in annual project budgeting process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or related discipline
• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Existing understanding and knowledge of GAAP
• Familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice-to-haves

• Multi-Site Organization or Public accounting firm experience preferred
• Experience in power plants or utilities is preferred, but not required
• Experience with Oracle is preferred, but not required
• Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly and annual department driven deadlines
• Strong coordination / organization skills with attentiveness to timelines
• Understanding of variance / trend analysis with actual/budget/historical results
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to work effectively in a team environment
• Responsible, dependable and possessing an exceptional work ethic.

Benefits

• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.