Manager Financial Accounting & External Reporting

TriQuest; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Energy is seeking a Manager of Financial Accounting & External Reporting to lead the preparation of external financial statements and related reports. This role drives GAAP and GASB compliance, coordinates annual audits, and oversees banking, debt, hedging and REAP accounting, ensuring timely, accurate filings.

The position requires strong leadership, analytical ability, and cross-functional collaboration to support regulatory and audit processes.

Qualifications

• Proficient in GAAP and GASB accounting principles.
• Experience with external financial reporting and audits.
• CPA or related financial certification preferred.
• Public accounting experience advantageous.
• Advanced knowledge of Workiva preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee external financial reporting monthly, quarterly and annually.
• Coordinate with auditors for annual audit and related procedures.
• Manage accounting for banking, debt, hedging, investments and REAP programs.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, FASB, FERC and other regs.
• Develop and mentor FAER staff; support tech changes.

Skills

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Planning

Multi-tasking

Negotiation

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business (Accounting/Finance)

Tools

Workiva

Job description

Manager Financial Accounting & External Reporting

• Government/Military

Location: San Antonio, Texas CPS Energy HQ

Term: Direct Hire

Position Overview

Develops and oversees the guidelines, procedures and overall process necessary to ensure the accurate and timely external financial reporting each month, quarter and annually. Researches and leads the implementation of accounting pronouncements applicable to CPS Energy. Provides oversight and leadership of preparation of information to support the annual external financial audit, AUPs and Single Audit, if applicable. Serves as key liaison to answer questions from the external auditors during the annual audit. Responsible for bank, investment, fuel hedging and debt accounting and for providing accounting oversight, annual financial reporting and preparation of information in support of the annual audit for special purpose entities (such as the Decommissioning Trusts and SA Energy Acquisition Public Facility Corporation) as well as the bookkeeping and 990 preparation and submission of the REAP program.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and review of external financial reporting, including (but not limited to) the following:
  • Monthly Board financial package, including schedules, charts, and analysis.
  • Quarterly Interim Financial Reports.
  • Annual CPS Energy Financial Statements.
  • Annual Nuclear Decommissioning Trusts (NDT) Financial Statements.
  • Annual SA Energy Public Facility Corporation (PFC) Financial Statements.
  • Annual Uniform Guidance Audit Report (Single Audit)
• Coordinates with Corporate Communications to ensure timely preparation and publishing of CPS Energy's annual report, Interim Report, and other required financial reports.
• Oversee accurate and timely completion and review of audit schedules, requests for information, audit inquiries, and files to support the annual financial statement audit, Agreed Upon Procedures and Single Audit, if applicable.
• Serves as liaison to respond to questions from the external auditors.
• Reviews existing and new accounting and reporting standards to determine applicability to CPS Energy and leads implementation efforts as necessary, including formal documentation such as white papers, guidelines and procedures to ensure consistent accounting practices that are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), etc.
• Oversee the proper accounting for Finance & Treasury related transactions, to include banking transactions, debt, fuel hedging, derivative accounting, investment accounting, and other segregated accounts, such as REAP, etc., including reviewing and ensuring the timely completion of all account reconciliations assigned to the Financial Accounting and External Reporting (FAER) staff.
• Oversee the proper accounting and reporting for special entities, such as the NDT and the PFC, to include establishing processes and controls, and oversee the accurate and timely completion of the associated financial statement audits with unqualified opinions. Also responsible for overseeing the bookkeeping, monthly reporting, and annual filing for Form 990 for the nonprofit REAP program.
• Oversee reporting to comply with regulatory and other internal/external reporting requirements, including but not limited to the following: Municipal Securities Review Board (MSRB) filings, nuclear decommissioning assurance filings to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Public Utility Commission of Texas, and unclaimed property filings with the State of Texas.
• Serve as the Audit and Finance Committee liaison role to coordinate the agenda and materials discussed on a quarterly basis.
• Provides and guides the development of FAER staff, including the provision of learning and development opportunities, and cross-training of staff to ensure adequate backup of all functions within the area.
• Responsible for the development and support of any technology changes impacting the Financial Accounting & External Reporting Team.

Performs other duties and serves on special project teams as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Strong and solid financial management experience to include leading accounting oversight and financial reporting functions and ensuring compliance with accounting standard setters, such as the SEC, FASB, GASB and FERC. Knowledge and familiarity with monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes to include monthly and annual accounting close cycle, quarterly reporting, and financial statement audit.

Working knowledge of financial/utility operational process

Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling

Foundational understanding of financial principles, financial statements and other applicable business operations Assertive self-starter, with ability to work independently and with minimal supervision, with a high degree of accuracy and ability to handle and/or manage sensitive and confidential information.

Evidence of strong planning and organization skills, essential for managing multiple tasks and large-scale projects of the section while ensuring timely and accurate completion.

Excellent organizational, analytical, planning, multi-tasking, negotiation, problem-solving, verbal, written & communicational skills

Demonstrated ability to interact well with others (peers, co-workers, all levels of the organization and outside entities).

Demonstrated ability to contribute in a team environment, either as a team leader or team member.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other related financial certification
• Public accounting experience strongly preferred or demonstrated extensive experience with financial statement preparation and strong knowledge of GAAP and GASB accounting
• Experience working with federal or state grant accounting and federal and state compliance audits
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or other related business field
• Advanced working knowledge of Workiva

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, or related field from an accredited university.