II Accountant

Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. 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.

Responsible for applying principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare entries to accounts such as general ledger accounts and documenting business transactions. Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital. Prepare balance sheets and profit & loss statements and other reports to summarize Calpine’s current and projected financial position.

Job Responsibilities

• Comprehensive knowledge.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts such as general ledger accounts and document business transactions.
• Assist with G/L and monthly close, reporting and reconciliation.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function, but not yet an expert in all.
• Makes recommendations on moderately complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• May make recommendations on new processes, tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products, services or techniques.
• Works on problems of diverse scope ranging from moderate to complex.
• Uses independent judgment requiring in-depth analysis of variable factors. Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods, techniques, and analytical approach.
• Limited instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
• Serves as project/technical lead on small to medium sized projects; may coordinate work of professionals, technicians and others outside of own department.
• Resource integrator -builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals.
• Regularly contributes actionable ideas in brainstorming and planning sessions.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Accounting
• Requires 2-5 years’ experience in related field, CPA preferred.
  
  

Additional Benefit - Hybrid with On-Site in Houston, TX: Three times a week with Manager approval

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.
  
  

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