Senior Accountant

at Clearway Energy

Princeton, New Jersey, United States

What The Role Is

Vital member of the Conventional Accounting team responsible for general accounting and analysis for the Clearway Natural Gas Assets. This person will also be responsible for other ad hoc projects as assigned, which will cover all aspects of accounting and settlements for Clearway’s Natural Gas Assets.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform general accounting responsibilities, including preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations and execution of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process within clearly specified time frames, following established internal control processes and procedures.

• Perform analytical functions necessary to achieve an accurate and timely general ledger month-end close, including analysis of income statements, balance sheets, and equity and cash flow transactions.

• Prepare monthly invoices and ensure timely and accurate settlements.

• Research and analysis of merchant energy activity and fuel-related costs (natural gas, transport, and emissions) in the CAISO Market.

• Utilize financial reporting software to create, maintain, and update reporting templates and data queries.

• Prepare and maintain adequate documentation to support financial statement assertions and the performance of internal control over financial reporting.

• Prepare quarterly unaudited and annual audited financial statements in accordance with GAAP, which includes compiling financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules.

• Work closely with other internal functional departments (e.g., Corporate, Treasury, Asset Management, Commercial, and Plant Operations) and external groups to ensure reported financial results are completed timely and accurately in compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as to ensure that the financial results are understood and explained to Company management.

• Collaborate with and respond to ad hoc requests from key stakeholders within the organization (e.g., Treasury, Portfolio Finance, Asset Management).

• Support the internal and external audits, which include preparing financial schedules, responding to data requests, and providing support for audit selections.

• Perform all aspects of work with a high degree of accuracy, effectiveness, and efficiency.

• Assist with special projects and additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a closely related field or equivalent in training and experience.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in general accounting.

• Practical understanding and application of generally accepted accounting principles and internal control processes, as well as procedures over financial accounting and reporting.

• Highly skilled in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel, and savvy with respect to general ledger and reporting software such as SAP, HFM, or OneStream, etc

• Ability to handle multiple concurrent efforts and provide high-quality deliverables accurately and on time.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customers.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Robust writing and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented and adaptable to changing working requirements.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment that emphasizes attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and working together to achieve company-wide objectives.

• Demonstrate a “can do” attitude in embracing company goals and initiatives.

• If you don’t meet 100% of the above qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What Would Be Nice

• CPA and/or Master’s in accounting preferred.

• Public accounting experience preferred.

• Energy industry experience (ERCOT, PJM, MISO, NYISO, ISONE), specifically in the CAISO Market is preferred.

• SAP experience.

Clearway will not sponsor nonimmigrant visas for this position (H-1B, TN, E-3, etc.).

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The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location, skills, relevant and demonstrated experience, education, training and certifications, and other factors permitted by law. This role is eligible to earn an annual cash bonus, subject to personal and company performance goals.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations

$89,000—$122,000 USD

Clearway Energy Group is leading the transition to a world powered by clean energy. Along with our public affiliate Clearway Energy, Inc., we own and operate 10 gigawatts of renewable and conventional energy assets across the country. As we develop a nationwide pipeline of new renewable energy projects for the future, Clearway’s 8 gigawatts of operating wind, solar, and energy storage assets offset the equivalent of more than 9 million metric tons of carbon emissions for our customers today. Clearway Energy Group is headquartered in San Francisco with offices in Carlsbad, CA.; Scottsdale, AZ.; Houston, TX; Denver, CO; and Princeton, NJ. For more information, visit clearwayenergygroup.com.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

At Clearway, we create a community that isn’t about being the same – it’s about building a team of unique individuals, with different backgrounds & skill sets, coming together to build something big & make a difference in the world. Clearway’s team is dedicated to a clean energy future across a wide spectrum of roles & responsibilities. Embodying our company values and operating principles, unique individuals come together over a common mission. We embrace opportunities to do challenging work that can change the world. We aspire to bring out the best in everyone. We share setbacks, celebrate successes, & act with integrity & accountability to get the job done.

Working at Clearway, Hybrid Together

Here at Clearway, we’re committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships with our teammates. We do this by prioritizing new hires based near one of our offices in San Francisco, Carlsbad, Scottsdale, Houston, Denver, & Princeton. Our office-based employees typically work together from fabulous spaces on Tuesdays & Thursdays to collaborate & learn, build community, get to know one another, & enjoy company-provided meals & events.

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military & Veterans.

What We Provide

Clearway offers all eligible employees working 20+ hours per week a comprehensive menu of benefits: generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSAs with company contributions, health FSAs, dependent daycare FSAs, commuter benefits, relocation, & a 401(k) plan with employer match, a variety of life & accident insurances, fertility programs, adoption assistance, generous parental leave, tuition reimbursement, & benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions & domestic partnerships. For more on Clearway benefits, visit our Benefits Website (https://benefitsatclearway.com/) .

Notice to Applicants

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@clearwayenergy.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Notice to California Applicants (https://www.clearwayenergygroup.com/california-consumer-protection-act-applicant-notice/)

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) , ordinances and regulations for all applicants and employees.