This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Position Overview
As an Operations Accountant, you will be responsible for the day to day accounting functions of approximately 4-6 operational and/or construction phase energy power production plants and related entities. This position is generally responsible for closing the books and records of all accounting entities related to these plants.

This is an on-site position at Invenergy's downtown Chicago, IL office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, including all monthly journal entries, to verify account balances for accuracy and reasonableness.

• Prepare project account reconciliation workbooks to support balance sheet and income statement balances and activity.

• Ensure accuracy of all general ledger information for the entire chart of accounts for all projects for which you would be responsible

• Support Asset Managers and Portfolio Finance Managers to maintain compliance with project debt and equity agreements.

• Assist with annual audit work papers and audit report preparation.

• Coordinate project treasury, banking, and cash flow analysis.

• Coordinate and take ownership of project issues with Asset Managers, Project Managers and Finance professionals.

• Assist Asset Managers in annual project budgeting process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or related discipline

• 2+ years of accounting experience.

• Existing understanding and knowledge of GAAP.

• Familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required.

• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-Site Organization or Public accounting firm experience preferred.

• Experience in power plants or utilities is preferred, but not required. 

• Experience with Oracle is preferred, but not required.

• Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly and annual department driven deadlines.

• Strong coordination / organization skills with attentiveness to timelines.

• Understanding of variance / trend analysis with actual/budget/historical results.

• Strong interpersonal skills – able to work effectively in a team environment.

• Responsible, dependable and possessing an exceptional work ethic.

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
 
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.