Senior Accountant

ENGIE Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGIE North America is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle accounting and reporting for distributed solar and storage entities, focusing on partnership structures and project-level accounting. The role operates in a multi-entity, project-finance environment and supports financial reporting, audits and partner deliverables.

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a CPA or ACCA/CA and deepen technical accounting expertise in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active pursuit of CPA or ACCA/CA.
• 3–6 years progressive accounting experience.
• Strong in general ledger and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting external audits.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (SAP or similar).
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or project-based industries.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for partnership entities.
• Prepare and post journal entries including accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, and eliminations.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support GAAP/IFRS financial statements and reporting packages.

Skills

CPA path in progress

General ledger

Financial reporting

Audits support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

SAP or similar ERP

Job description

Your employment will be held by a third-party company of ENGIE’s choosing. Any offered contract role will not constitute an offer for nor guarantee of future employment with ENGIE.

Duration:

• One Year

Compensation:

• Pay Rate: $45.00 - $75.00/hr.

Location:

• Houston, TX

What You Can Expect

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the accounting and reporting of distributed solar and storage entities, with a focus on partnership structures and project-level accounting.

This role operates in a multi-entity, project-finance environment and supports financial reporting, audits, and partner deliverables. The position is ideal for an individual pursuing a CPA or Chartered Accountant qualification who is looking to deepen their technical accounting expertise in the renewable energy sector.

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities for assigned partnership entities
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, intercompany transactions, and eliminations
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate/resolve variances
• Support preparation of GAAP/IFRS financial statements and reporting packages

Partnership & Project Accounting

• Support accounting for partnership structures, including allocations, distributions, and capital activity
• Track project-level costs, capitalization, and operating results
• Work closely with Asset Management to ensureaccuratereflection of project economics
• Assistin preparation of partner reporting and investor deliverables

Audit & Compliance

• Prepare audit schedules and serve as a key contact for external auditors
• Support year-end audits and respond to audit inquiries on assigned entities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies

Intercompany & Consolidation

• Prepare and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances
• Support consolidation processes and elimination entries
• Ensure consistency across entities and reporting structures

Process Improvement

• Identifyopportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiency
• Support system enhancements, automation initiatives, and data validation efforts
• Contribute to ongoing transformation initiatives

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Asset Management teams
• Support cash forecasting and project-level analysis
• Participate in recurring project review and close meetings

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Actively pursuing CPA or Chartered Accountant (ACCA/CA) qualification
• 3-6 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong foundationingeneral ledger and financial reporting
• Experience supportingexternal audits
• Proficiencyin Excel and accounting systems (SAP or similar ERP)
• Experience inrenewable energy, infrastructure, or project-based industries
• Exposure topartnership accounting or complex entity structures
• Experience withmulti-entity environments and consolidations
• Knowledge ofIFRS and/or US GAAP
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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Business Unit: GBS

Division: GBS BS - Finance

Company Name: ENGIE North America

Minimum Base Salary: 45.00 USD

Maximum Base Salary: 75.00 USD

Pay Basis: Hourly