CenterPoint Energy is looking for an Analyst, Accounting to join our CNP Property Accounting Team, located in Evansville, IN.

You will have the ability to: be responsible for the proper accounting, recording, and reporting of the company’s capital assets. This position provides professional accounting support to ensure that the capital assets are accurately recorded and reported in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), internal policies and procedures, and state and federal regulatory requirements.

We want you to know

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.

Diversity and Inclusion
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 is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Subsides metro and parking discounts
• 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 with immediate 100% vesting.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Understand property accounting policies and procedures, SAP ESD and financial asset modules, and business unit functions. Apply such knowledge to the proper recording of property accounting transactions.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and supporting detail
• Monitor monthly CWIP balance and the aging of work orders in CWIP
• Prepare property accounting schedules and controls
• Prepare annual tax reports for state and federal authorities
• Prepare detail work sheets of changes in various accounts by months
• Prepare periodic rate analysis for Allowance for Funds Used During Construction (AFUDC) and Construction Overhead (COH)
• Perform asset reporting projects
• Perform SOX controls
• Understand Retirement Unit Catalogs and capitalization guidelines
• Prepare special studies and reports as requested by manager

Your background includes:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum 2 years applicable accounting experience.

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