Senior Accounting Analyst

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.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned)

Responsible for classifying expenditures, reconciling general ledger accounts, and preparing general ledger entries. Analyze data and report variances to senior management. Responsible for managing close process for assigned accounts and completing all required closing tasks within allowed timeframe. Prepares all consolidated financial reporting packages for the Calpine corporate office including income statements, balance sheets, cash flows, variance analysis and any additional reports requested. Will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and various analyses for corporate headcount projections and total compensation.

Job Responsibilities

- Solid, working knowledge.

- Experienced professional with full understanding of job, company and industry practices.

- Performs in fully-functioning capacity, equivalent to a journey level contributor.

Decision Making & Impact

- Makes decisions regarding own work, often in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline.

- Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools, techniques or processes.

Work Complexity & Independent Judgment

- Works on problems of moderate complexity.

- Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices. Interprets guidelines, select methods, techniques and analytical approach.

Leadership

- Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.

- May be designated project or technical lead for an ongoing process or short-term project within own department.

Job Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required, CPA strongly preferred or equivalent.

- Journey – level; typically requires 4-6 years’ experience.

Additional Calpine Information

- Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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