Accountant, General Accounting

LUMA Energy; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LUMA Energy in San Juan, Puerto Rico seeks an experienced accounting professional to maintain comprehensive financial records, support monthly close, and ensure regulatory compliance. You will analyze data, prepare schedules, and contribute to ERP improvements, including Oracle, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role focuses on accuracy, process improvements, and audit readiness, with 20% travel. A CPA is preferred and a Puerto Rico driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required.
• 3–5 years of experience in financial records, analysis, close processes, compliance and ERP initiatives.
• Experience with general ledger, month-end close, journal entries and reconciliations.
• Experience in accounting documentation, SOP creation and cross-functional projects.
• Ability to work with data collection, analysis and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate and complete financial records by preparing GL entries and reconciliations; monitors clearing accounts.
• Analyzes financial data to identify trends and variances and ensure accuracy of reported information.
• Supports month-end and year-end closes with schedules and reports; contributes to close cycle improvements.
• Ensures compliance with US GAAP, internal controls, and company policies; researches complex accounting scenarios.
• Documents accounting procedures and supports ERP initiatives, including Oracle configurations and testing.
• Assists during external audits by preparing documentation and ensuring a controlled audit process.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams on special accounting projects and ERP enhancements.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participates in storm restoration tasks and drills to support service reliability.
• Supports team goals and operational flexibility with additional duties as needed.
• Travel requirement: 20%.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Summary:

Ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information by maintaining complete and organized financial records, assisting in data analysis, and supporting monthly close activities. Collaborates with internal teams to facilitate audit and compliance requirements and contributes to process improvements and ERP-related accounting initiatives to strengthen financial controls and enhance operational efficiency.

Job Description:

• Maintains accurate and complete financial records by preparing general ledger entries, performing daily, monthly, and quarterly accounts reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, and monitoring clearing accounts to identify unusual activity.
• Analyzes financial data to identify trends and variances, helping ensure the integrity and reliability of reported financial information.
• Supports month‑end and year‑end close processes by preparing schedules, updating reports and contributing to process improvements that enhance the accuracy and timeliness of the close cycle.
• Ensures compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, company policies, and established procedures by researching complex accounting scenarios, interpreting requirements, and recommending proper accounting treatment.
• Contributes to the documentation and continuous improvement of accounting procedures to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.
• Provides support during external audits by preparing required documentation and assisting to ensure an efficient and well‑controlled audit process.
• Supports company initiatives by collaborating with cross‑functional teams on special accounting projects and assisting with Oracle ERP improvements, including requirements gathering, reviewing configurations, conducting testing, and helping resolve issues.
• Follows established company policies, procedures, and standards to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and industry regulations.
• Participates in storm restoration tasks and assigned drills to contribute to the safe and reliable recovery of services.
• Performs additional tasks aligned with role expectations and qualifications to support team goals and operational flexibility.

Supervisory responsibilities: No

Education & Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience with functional role responsibilities such as maintaining financial records, analyzing data, supporting close processes, ensuring compliance, coordinating audits, and contributing to accounting and ERP initiatives, and working with data collection, analysis and interpretation.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Experience analyzing financial data and preparing account analysis and financial reports.
• Experience working with documents, policies, SOP creation and implementation.
• Experience leading or collaborating with small projects.
• Experience as matter‑expert and asset resource to provide support to internal/external clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Additional Qualifications:

Additional experience may substitute for required education when it aligns with the competencies and knowledge necessary for the role:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration may substitute when accompanied by a minimum of 8 years of experience performing similar functions and at least 3 years of experience performing a previous Specialist role.
• High School or equivalent (GED) when accompanied by a minimum of 10 years of experience performing similar functions described and at least 5 years of experience performing a previous Specialist role.

Competencies (Skills)

• Accounting & Compliance Knowledge: Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ability to exercise sound professional judgment to investigate accounting issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills: Strong analytical abilities supported by advanced Microsoft Excel skills to evaluate financial data, identify issues, and develop effective solutions.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: High attention to detail with consistent accuracy in financial analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Organization & Execution: Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.

Licenses/Certifications

Required:

• Valid Puerto Rico driver’s license

Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Travel Requirements:

• 20%

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position:Frequently
• Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching:Seldom
• Kneel:Seldom
• Grab:Seldom
• Bend:Seldom
• Lift/ Carry over:0 - 15 pounds

Working Conditions

• Wet or humid:Seldom
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts:Never
• Working near or on heavy machinery:Never
• Working in high places:Never
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles:Never
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions:Never
• Work with electricity:Never
• Loud noise conditions:Seldom

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.