Sr Accountant

NextEra Energy; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy is seeking a Senior Accountant for the Unregulated Property Accounting team in Florida, focusing on accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvements. The role requires strong analytical skills, ownership of close processes, and collaboration across the organization.

We expect a candidate with 4+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree, and solid knowledge of GAAP and internal controls to drive timely reporting and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business required.
• 4+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Experience with GAAP and SOX preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares financial reports in accordance with GAAP and within deadlines.
• Maintains GAAP, SEC regulations, and company policies.
• Ensures accounting data integrity via internal controls.
• Prepares schedules and journal entries.
• Provides guidance to team members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Job description

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Sr Accountant

Date: Oct 22, 2026

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 98215

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

The Unregulated Property Accounting teams at FCOE seek a skilled Senior Accountant to join their dynamic organization. This role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to support accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound accounting knowledge, take ownership of assigned responsibilities, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement while building effective relationships across the organization.

The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Collaborate effectively with internal business partners and IBM MXDC resources to support timely and accurate accounting operations
• Independently manage assigned accounting processes, including month-end close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Apply GAAP, company policies, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
• Utilize accounting systems and reporting tools to analyze data, identify trends, and resolve issues
• Research accounting matters and recommend practical solutions to support business objectives
• Prepare timely and accurate management reporting and support internal and external reporting requirements
• Execute SOX controls and maintain the integrity of financial information through adherence to established processes
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, controls, and scalability

The ideal candidate will possess the following performance attributes and competencies:

• Driven – committed to continuous learning, professional development, and delivering high-quality results
• Problem Solver – analytical thinker who proactively identifies issues, evaluates alternatives, and develops practical solutions
• Professional Skills – strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to build relationships across functions, and effectively collaborate with diverse teams
• Technical Skills – solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting requirements, and internal controls
• Process & Project Management – strong planning, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Integrity – demonstrates a commitment to ethical conduct, compliance, and stewardship of company resources

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares financial reports that are in compliance with GAAP, in a timely manner, to accurately reflect the financial status of the company
• Maintains a good understanding of, and applies, GAAP, SEC regulations, and relative company policies, practices and procedures
• Assures accounting integrity of corporate financial data through the implementation of appropriate internal controls
• Prepares schedules and journal entries
• Provides guidance and direction to other team members
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Accounting / Finance / Business
• Experience: 4+ years

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Finance, Accounting & Business Analytics
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

NextEra Energy and provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] , providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

NextEra Energy does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies. Please see our policy for more information.

Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami