Senior Revenue Accountant

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future.

Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home company in the United States, dedicated to redefining the home experience with intelligent products and services. We find purpose in proactively protecting and keeping our customers connected to home, no matter where they are. Join the Smart Home team to create smarter, safer and more sustainable homes.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Revenue Accountant who will take ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in revenue recognition under ASC 606, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and controls and compliance within a publicly traded company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Revenue Recognition: Take ownership of assigned areas related to the accurate and timely recording of revenue transactions in compliance with ASC 606 and other relevant accounting standards.
• Close Process: Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement disclosures.
• Internal Controls: Perform and document internal controls over the order-to-cash cycle, ensuring data accuracy and completeness as required by Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, FP&A, Legal, and IT teams to provide reports and account for revenue transactions and contracts.
• Reporting: Prepare revenue reports and analyses for financial statement disclosures.
• Ad Hoc Projects: Support various Controllership projects, including mergers and acquisitions, system implementations, and process improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive process and system improvements and provide guidance and support to junior team members.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA certification preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years related experience, preferably in an accounting role within a publicly traded company. Experience with Big 4 accounting firms is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of US GAAP, particularly ASC 606, and Sarbanes-Oxley. Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP), revenue automation software (e.g., Zuora Revenue), SQL queries, and advanced Excel skills.
• Soft Skills: Demonstrates full ownership of assigned accounting functions, proactively managing deadlines and resolving discrepancies. Superior analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Highly driven and self-motivated. Effective communication skills, both written and oral. Willingness to work overtime to meet deadlines.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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