Accounting Manager, Accounting Research

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Job Summary:   

• The Accounting Research team is at the forefront of key technical accounting matters and financing reporting requirements. The team supports the broader finance organization, including Treasury and M&A. The Manager of Accounting Research will be a subject matter expert on accounting topics, assist in the evaluation of complex transactions, advise business partners on accounting outcomes and provide training on technical accounting topics. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Review complex accounting transactions, including investments, business acquisitions, financing arrangements, and impairments, among others, and determine appropriate U.S. GAAP treatment by utilizing FASB guidance and interpretations, research tools and other accounting literature to provide written documentation and relevant conclusions
• Provide guidance to the accounting organization and present resolutions on issues related to acquisitions, dispositions, revenue recognition, leases, equity method investments, financing transactions, stock compensation, variable interest entities and various other topics
• Prepare accounting memos in a clear and concise matter and assist in the review of accounting memos prepared by other members of the team.
• Assist in the compliance with internal and external audit control requirements and resolve matters with internal and external audit teams. Identify gaps in the control environment, as necessary.
• Monitor the standard setting authorities for changes to U.S. GAAP or SEC reporting requirements and communicate changes to the financial reporting group and other various accounting personnel
• Integrate amended accounting requirements into company accounting policies and practices
• Interpret current accounting policies to provide clarification of accounting requirements as they relate to specific questions or transactions and provide written documentation of relevant conclusions
• Assist the financial reporting team in meeting financial reporting deadlines, as needed
• Provide technical accounting training on various topics to the accounting department and issue CPEs in accordance with NASBA standards

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid worker, 4 days in office 
• Overtime required during quarterly and annual close processes, and as special projects arise
• Travel may be required

Minimum Requirements:  

• BS in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 7+ years accounting and/or finance experience,
• Background in public accounting; Big 4 experience preferred; CPA required
• Technical knowledge of US GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Experience in highly collaborative work environments a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work with various departments and individuals to resolve problems in a timely manner
• Excellent written communication skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to the business in “plain English”
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage conflicting priorities without sacrificing accuracy
• Strong initiative and a process improvement mindset
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Minimum of four years of SEC reporting experience
• Experience in the energy industry a plus

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Robust writing and excellent verbal communication skills
• Flexible interpersonal style
• Solid attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines

Physical Requirements:

• N/A

The base salary range for this position is $112,000 - $144,000 *The base salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition the position may be eligible to participate in the benefits program which include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending accounts.    

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/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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