Senior Accountant II - Wholesale Accounting

TXU Retail Services Company; United States; Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Vistra is seeking a Senior Accountant II - Wholesale Accounting in Irving, Texas to execute accurate settlement processing, perform reconciliation, and deliver timely reporting across our wholesale energy portfolio. You will lead end-to-end settlement activities, validate data, resolve disputes, and support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 3+ years of accounting experience; energy industry experience is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience; energy industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with accounting and reporting systems; strong analytical skills.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and analyze settlement data for monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
• Lead end-to-end wholesale settlement lifecycle, including data validation and dispute resolution.
• Support financial reporting and regulatory compliance with accurate data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and controls.
• Mentor and guide junior team members to develop accounting capabilities.
• Participate in special projects and governance framework adherence.

Kenntnisse

Accounting

Financial analysis

Process improvement

Communication

Mentorship

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

The Senior Accountant II - Wholesale Accounting executes accurate and timely transaction processing and executes settlement, reconciliation, and reporting activities across Vistra’s diverse energy portfolio.

Job Description Key Accountabilities

• Executes complex tasks with a strong understanding of relevant policies, procedures, and controls.
• Analyzes data, identifies trends, and provides insights to support decision‑making and operational efficiency.
• Reviews and reconciles information to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to improve processes and implement best practices.
• Assists in preparing and reviewing reports, ensuring clarity, completeness, and adherence to guidelines.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior team members, contributing to knowledge sharing and skill development.

Role Specific Accountabilities

• Prepare and analyze settlement data for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, supporting timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Lead wholesale activities such as the end‑to‑end settlement lifecycle, including data validation, dispute resolution, invoice generation, and revenue/cost recognition across various transaction types.
• Participate in cross‑functional projects and initiatives, contributing settlement insights to support business strategies and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in special projects as required.
• Supports compliance with the department's accounting governance framework.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience: 3+ years of experience in Accounting 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.

Job Family Accounting

Company Locations: Irving, Texas, Texas

Company Commitment

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.

Vistra (NYSE: VST) is a leading Fortune 500 integrated retail electricity and power generation company based in Irving, Texas, that provides essential power resources to customers, businesses, and communities from California to Maine.

Vistra is the largest competitive power generator in the U.S., with a capacity of approximately 41,000 megawatts, or enough to power 20 million homes, operating in all of the major competitive wholesale markets in the country.

Vistra is a leader in the energy transformation and expansion with an unyielding focus on reliability, affordability, and sustainability, powered by a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, nuclear, coal, solar, and battery energy storage facilities.

The company continues to grow its zero‑carbon resources, operating the second‑largest fleet of competitive nuclear power plants in the country, substantial battery energy storage capacity, and a growing number of solar facilities.

Vistra is one of the largest competitive electricity providers in the country and takes an innovative, customer‑centric approach to retail, offering solutions to meet customers’ needs, including more than 50 renewable energy plans.

Through its family of retail brands, Vistra serves approximately 5 million residential, commercial, and industrial retail customers.

As a leader in the responsible transformation of the country’s energy supply, Vistra has made significant progress towards its 2030 and 2050 targets.

The company has committed to a 60% reduction of Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, as compared to our 2010 baseline, and net‑zero carbon emissions by 2050, assuming necessary technological advancements and public policy incentives are achieved.

Learn more about our environmental, social, and governance efforts and read the company’s sustainability report at https://vistracorp.com/sustainability/.

Vistra’s hardworking team is committed to its purpose, “lighting up lives, powering a better way forward” and is guided by four core principles: we do business the right way, we work as a team, we compete to win, and we care about our stakeholders, including our customers, our communities where we work and live, our employees, and our investors.

Learn more about how Vistra is powering a better way forward at vistracorp.com.

Come join us and be part of something special!

Click here to learn more about Vistra.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail] to make a request.