Accountant I - Retail Accounting

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Job Summary

Supports financial close, reporting, and analysis for Vistra’s Retail Brands, focusing on contribution margin, bad debt expense, and regulatory reporting. This role assists with the preparation of financial schedules, variance analysis, and process documentation, contributing to accurate monthly results and business insights across Retail operations.

Job Description Key Accountabilities Staff Accountabilities

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- Completes assigned financial tasks with attention to accuracy and adherence to established procedures.

- Gathers, organizes, and verifies data to support reporting, analysis, and decision-making.

- Assists with process enhancements by identifying potential improvements in daily activities.

- Works effectively within a team to meet deadlines and deliverables while ensuring compliance with company policies.

- Actively develops skills through hands-on experience and engagement in learning opportunities.

Team Specific Accountabilities

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- Assists in the preparation and analysis of contribution margin results, including identification of key drivers versus plan, projection, and prior year.

- Prepares journal entries and account reconciliations related to Retail revenue, bad debt expense, and related accruals.

- Supports reporting needs for the accounts receivable securitization program and regulatory/tax filings.

- Contributes to integration activities, system implementations, and documentation of SOX-compliant control processes.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

Education

: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Experience

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- 0-3 years in Accounting, Finance 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 Accounting Governance requirements

- 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

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