Accountant I

Luminant; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vistra Corporate Services Company is hiring an Accountant I to contribute to the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting program, performing essential accounting tasks and supporting daily accounting operations.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (preferred in accounting/finance) and 0–3 years of related experience; energy industry exposure is a plus and familiarity with accounting/reporting systems is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience preferred in energy industry, but not required.
• Experience with accounting and/or reporting systems.
• Strong financial analysis, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Process improvement oriented.
• Fundamental understanding of the accounting close process.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned tasks with attention to accuracy and adherence to established procedures and controls.
• 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.

Skills

Financial analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Process improvement

Accounting close

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

The Accountant I contributes to the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting program by performing essential accounting tasks and supporting daily accounting operations.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

• Completes assigned tasks with attention to accuracy and adherence to established procedures and controls
• 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

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred (in Accounting, Finance, or related field)

Experience

• 0-3 years of experience 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 the accounting close process

Core Competencies / Key Metrics

• 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.

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Job Family

Accounting

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas
Texas

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!

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