Senior Accountant II - Wholesale Accounting
The Senior Accountant II - Wholesale Accounting executes accurate and timely transaction processing and executes settlement, reconciliation, and reporting activities across Vistra's diverse energy portfolio.
Key Accountabilities:
- Executes complex tasks with a strong understanding of relevant policies, procedures, and controls.
- Analyzes data, identifies trends, and provides insights to support decision-making and operational efficiency.
- Reviews and reconciles information to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve processes and implement best practices.
- Assists in preparing and reviewing reports, ensuring clarity, completeness, and adherence to guidelines.
- Supports continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions.
- Provides mentorship and guidance to junior team members, contributing to knowledge sharing and skill development.
Role Specific Accountabilities:
- Prepare and analyze settlement data for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, supporting timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Lead wholesale activities such as the end-to-end settlement lifecycle, including data validation, dispute resolution, invoice generation, and revenue/cost recognition across various transaction types.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives, contributing settlement insights to support business strategies and regulatory compliance.
- Participates in special projects as required.
- Supports compliance with the departments accounting governance framework.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in Accounting or related field
- Experience preferred in the Energy industry, but not required
- Skills:
- Experience with accounting and/or reporting systems
- Strong financial analysis, problem solving & communication skills
- Process improvement oriented
- Fundamental understanding of the accounting close process
Core Competencies / Key Metrics:
- Business Acumen and Industry Insights: navigate and assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment.
- Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling technologies.
- Data Analytics and Strategic Decision Support: harness the power of data and influence strategic decision making.
- Effective Communication and Continuous Improvement: support organizational transformation and foster a collaborative, transparent environment.
- Accounting Acumen: leverage accounting expertise for business activities with accuracy, precision, and timeliness.
Job Family: Accounting
Company: Vistra Corporate Services Company
Locations: Irving, Texas, Texas