CenterPoint Energy
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.
Our Commitment
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 reflects the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Description The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for leading and managing a department responsible for monthly financial consolidations and quarterly and annual SEC financial reporting, including the review and preparation of Forms 10-K and 10-Q. This role partners with other finance and accounting functions to ensure the success of the organization in establishing and maintaining an effective internal control environment compliant with the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). The Financial Reporting Manager is also responsible for maintaining a sound financial reporting control structure through the development of systems and procedures, supporting technical accounting conclusions, and performing analytics.
Essential Functions
Ensure compliance with SOX, SEC, and other local standards and requirements
Coordinate all aspects of the financial reporting process to prepare and review external financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A for SEC reports including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, in compliance with U.S GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
Ensure accurate and timely filing of all required SEC financial statements and other SEC filings
Coordinate all aspects of the financial reporting process to prepare and review standalone external financial statements
Work cross-functionally with the accounting research team and other groups to anticipate potential accounting impacts and recommend practical solutions associated with business transactions
Maintain an in-depth understanding and analysis of significant and unusual transactions to assess their impact for U.S. GAAP and 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
Product owner for SAP BPC Consolidations module including testing of consolidation processes and reports for systems updates and implementations
Coordinate with external auditors and serve as a key contact during quarterly reviews and the annual financial statement and controls audit process
Collaborate with departments and managers regarding the reporting processes and information required for proper and timely disclosures, including managing supporting documentation
Maintain awareness of business activities and the related regulatory environment to effectively manage and comply with all regulatory reporting requirements and disclosures
Education
Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting required
CPA certification required
Experience
Minimum seven (7) years of relevant experience, with at least two years of SEC reporting experience with a publicly traded company
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements
Big 4 public accounting and energy industry experience preferred
SAP BPC system and EPM reporting tools experience preferred
Workiva financial reporting platform experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
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
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Our Commitment
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 reflects the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Description The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for leading and managing a department responsible for monthly financial consolidations and quarterly and annual SEC financial reporting, including the review and preparation of Forms 10-K and 10-Q. This role partners with other finance and accounting functions to ensure the success of the organization in establishing and maintaining an effective internal control environment compliant with the Sarbanes Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). The Financial Reporting Manager is also responsible for maintaining a sound financial reporting control structure through the development of systems and procedures, supporting technical accounting conclusions, and performing analytics.
Essential Functions
Ensure compliance with SOX, SEC, and other local standards and requirements
Coordinate all aspects of the financial reporting process to prepare and review external financial statements, footnotes, and MD&A for SEC reports including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, in compliance with U.S GAAP and SEC rules and regulations
Ensure accurate and timely filing of all required SEC financial statements and other SEC filings
Coordinate all aspects of the financial reporting process to prepare and review standalone external financial statements
Work cross-functionally with the accounting research team and other groups to anticipate potential accounting impacts and recommend practical solutions associated with business transactions
Maintain an in-depth understanding and analysis of significant and unusual transactions to assess their impact for U.S. GAAP and 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
Product owner for SAP BPC Consolidations module including testing of consolidation processes and reports for systems updates and implementations
Coordinate with external auditors and serve as a key contact during quarterly reviews and the annual financial statement and controls audit process
Collaborate with departments and managers regarding the reporting processes and information required for proper and timely disclosures, including managing supporting documentation
Maintain awareness of business activities and the related regulatory environment to effectively manage and comply with all regulatory reporting requirements and disclosures
Education
Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting required
CPA certification required
Experience
Minimum seven (7) years of relevant experience, with at least two years of SEC reporting experience with a publicly traded company
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements
Big 4 public accounting and energy industry experience preferred
SAP BPC system and EPM reporting tools experience preferred
Workiva financial reporting platform experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
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
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