Manager, Retail Accounting

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 76 power plants in operation and one under construction represents nearly 26,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states, Canada and Mexico. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned) Oversee the General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Treasury, and A/R functions of the Retail Accounting department. Produce accurate monthly financial statements and timely regulatory reporting in accordance with established deadlines. Oversee and/or manage internal and external audit requirements. Provide leadership and coordination in all other areas of Finance and Accounting as needed. Position eligible for annual bonus. Job Responsibilities Responsible for Monthly Financial Reporting Requirements Financial Statements including Disclosures required by Calpine corporate Accounting Audit liaison (internal and external) Treasury Management Daily cash forecasting responsibility, liaising with Calpine corporate Treasury on cash needs and distributions. Daily and month-end cash reconciliation including GL review and posting of daily activity Manage AR Department Oversee all AR functions to ensure adherence to policies and PUC regulations Manage customer refund process Manage the Unclaimed Property Process Manage Corporate General Ledger Activities Oversee all GL functions related to above areas (Journal Entry review/approval, Account reconciliation review, Analytical reviews, etc.) Maintain compliance with SOX requirements as applicable Other Departmental Support Prepare ad hoc and monthly analysis as needed by the business Liaise with Commercial and Operations Retail departments on operating spend budgets, production of forecast-to-actualization analysis, trend identification and issues/improvements impacting A/R Accounting department Serve as back-up for Retail Director and A/P Retail Manager as the need arises. Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance or related discipline CPA preferred 5-10 years of related experience required including experience managing teams Experience preparing financial statements, budget and management reporting Energy industry experience preferred (retail power preferred not required) Strong communication (written and verbal) and leadership skills including ability to effectively communicate with accounting and other department heads Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Experience in streamlining system and process improvements with emphasis on efficiency and management reporting Additional Calpine Information Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com . Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) About the company

Calpine Corporation is a power generation company. The Company is engaged in the ownership and operation of primarily natural gas-fired and geothermal power plants in North America. The Company's segments include West (including geothermal), Texas and ... Notice

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