Lead Analyst, SEC Reporting

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the position is the preparation and review of financial statements and related disclosures for quarterly and annual filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

The company offers hybrid schedules (option of 2 days a week remote), excellent benefits, and “Dress for your Day,” which gives employees discretion to select appropriate attire depending on the business activities of each workday.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and review financial statements, including the statement of cash flows, and related footnotes for three public registrants in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations

• Work cross functionally to obtain information from business units necessary for the preparation of workpapers supporting both internal and external financial reporting requirements
• Review workpapers prepared by other team members for completeness and accuracy of disclosures in accordance with reporting requirements
• Research and maintain strong technical accounting knowledge to support appropriate reporting and partner with Accounting Research team on implementation of new accounting pronouncements and SEC rulings
• Partner with the Consolidations team to optimize system generated reports to streamline SEC reporting
• Prepare quarterly and annual disclosure checklists to ensure completeness of required disclosures
• Review XBRL data in Wdesk for assigned areas within SEC filings
• Interface with external auditors to provide supporting documentation as requested
• Assist with special projects as needed 

Education Description

• Bachelor's degree required from an accredited college or university

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification required

Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant work experience required

• Public Accounting experience required; minimum 1 year within a similar role preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Experience with Wdesk, BPC and EPM a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 05/12/2025​
Posting End Date: 06/02/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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