SEC Accounting Manager

CenterPoint Energy is looking for a SEC Accounting Manager to join our CNP SEC Reporting Team, located in Houston, TX.

You will have the ability to: lead and manage a department responsible for monthly financial consolidations as well as quarterly and annual financial reporting, including the review and preparation of quarterly and annual SEC financial reporting (Forms 10-K and 10-Q). A partner with other finance and accounting functions to ensure success of the organization in establishing and maintaining an effective internal control environment compliant with the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). Responsible for maintaining a sound financial reporting control structure through the development of systems and procedures, supporting technical accounting conclusions, and performance of analytics.

We want you to know

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Diversity and Inclusion
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.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Subsides metro and parking discounts
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution with immediate 100% vesting.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Ensure compliance with SOX, SEC and other local standards and requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the financial reporting team to prepare/review the external financial statements, footnotes and MD&A for SEC reports including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, in compliance with GAAP and SEC rules and regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all required SEC financial statements and other SEC filings.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements, including ability to monitor, research and implement new SEC rules, as well as apply S-X, S-K and Reg. G requirements.
• Work cross-functionally with the accounting research team and other groups to foresee potential accounting issues and recommend practical solutions associated with business transactions.
• Maintain an in-depth understanding and analysis of significant transactions to assess their impact for SEC disclosure purposes.
• Thorough understanding of ASC 230 and statement of cash flows reporting.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial consolidations in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Coordinate with external auditors and serve as a key contact in the annual audit process.
• Manage supporting documentation from various parts of the company to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Collaborate with departments and managers regarding the reporting processes and information required for proper and timely disclosures.
• Maintain an awareness of business activities and the related regulatory environment to effectively manage and comply with all regulatory reporting requirements and disclosures.
• Participate in discussions with business teams to assess the accounting treatment of new, emerging, or changing business activities.

Your background includes:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• CPA Certification.
• Minimum seven (7) years of relevant experience, with at least two years of SEC reporting experience with a publicly traded company.

A bonus to have:

• Big 4 public accounting and energy industry experience preferred.
• SAP BPC planning system and reporting tools experience preferred.

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This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.