Staff Accountant

NAES Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES Corporation is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting activities related to power generation assets. The role involves processing daily transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, and contributing to financial reporting compliance. Candidates should have an accounting background, preferably with an associate or bachelor's degree. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to process transactions and assist in account reconciliations.
• Experience in SOX compliance and internal auditing.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Process AP invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Manage AR transactions, including invoice generation and collections follow-up.
• Support month-end close processes and assist with account reconciliations.

Skills

Accounting

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Analytical

Auditing

Cash Management

SOX Compliance

Financial Analysis

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Gate City Power Holdings is a growing power asset management company focused on acquiring and operating power plants across the United States. Their mission is to deliver operational excellence, strong financial returns, and environmental stewardship in every asset we manage.

Opportunity Summary

The Staff Accountant supports accounting activities related to power generation assets, ensuring accuracy and compliance across financial transactions. This position is based at Gate City Power Holdings, with the employee retained as a NAES team member through a secondment agreement. The role involves processing daily transactions, assisting with reconciliations, supporting month-end close processes, and collaborating with various departments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. The Staff Accountant will contribute to a vital segment of the energy industry within a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Your scope of responsibility as Staff Accountant includes the following primary functions:

• Process Accounts Payable (AP) invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Manage Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions, including invoice generation and collections follow-up.
• Track and obtain approvals for AR and AP transactions to ensure compliance with company policies and SOX controls.
• Assist with corporate credit card expense coding, submissions, and payroll-related charge processing.
• Prepare daily cash receipt entries and support cash flow reconciliation.
• Record Variable Operations & Maintenance (VOM) consumables usage in line with budgets and operational data.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to corporate overhead, intercompany transactions, and fixed assets.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close by booking AP and PO accruals and assisting with account reconciliations.
• Compile schedules and assist with account analysis to support accurate financial reporting under GAAP.
• Collaborate with operations and finance teams to align accounting entries with power generation asset performance.
• Assist with regulatory compliance reporting, including tax filings and statutory reports.
• Maintain organized documentation and support internal and external audits to ensure SOX compliance.
• Help maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures to enhance financial integrity.
• Participate in projects related to financial system upgrades, process improvements, and accounting policy implementation.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned to support the accounting function and overall business objectives.
  
  
  

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The Staff Accountant reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer at Gate City, as well as the VP Operations at NAES Corporation, and may also occasionally coordinate with NAES Corporate Accounting and Finance departments.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

This is an office-based position performed in a professional, climate-controlled environment. The role involves extended periods of desk work at a computer workstation, with frequent screen time, data entry, and document review. It requires regular use of accounting software, spreadsheets, and other financial systems. The position may include occasional meetings, either in person or via video conferencing, and frequent communication through email and phone.

Physical demands are minimal and generally limited to lifting or moving light office materials. Smoking is prohibited in and around the office facility.

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes successful completion of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.

Work Schedule

The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday. However, this position will also occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to workload demands.

Compensation

This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $80,000 to $95,000 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Professional Expertise & Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate with a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices. Familiarity with core accounting tasks and basic accounting procedures is essential. Experience or exposure to related areas such as compliance and regulatory requirements is a plus.

• Ability to understand and apply procedures and instructions related to accounting functions, typically acquired through a high school diploma, and extended through relevant work experience.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis.
• Internship or part-time accounting experience is a plus but not required. This experience supports familiarity with processing transactions and assisting in reconciliations.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis, are essential for preparing schedules, analyzing accounts, and supporting month-end close activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail are critical for accurate financial reporting and resolving discrepancies.
• Experience preparing and supporting internal and external audits aligns with the responsibility to maintain organized documentation and ensure compliance with SOX and GAAP standards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines supports timely processing of transactions and month-end close deliverables.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment is essential for adapting to evolving accounting processes and collaboration across teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.
  
  
  

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Accounting: Intermediate

Accounts Payable: Intermediate

Accounts Receivable: Intermediate

Auditing: Some Knowledge

Cash Management: Some Knowledge

Sox Compliance: Some Knowledge

Analytical: Intermediate

Budgeting: Intermediate

Financial Analysis: Intermediate

MS Office Suite: Intermediate

Verbal and Written Communications: Advanced

Behaviours

Preferred

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field

Experience

Preferred

We are seeking a candidate with a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices. Familiarity with core accounting tasks and basic accounting procedures is essential. Experience or exposure to related areas such as compliance and regulatory requirements is a plus.

Ability to understand and apply procedures and instructions related to accounting functions, typically acquired through a high school diploma, and extended through relevant work experience.

An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of education on a year-for-year basis.

Internship or part-time accounting experience is a plus but not required. This experience supports familiarity with processing transactions and assisting in reconciliations.

Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis, are essential for preparing schedules, analyzing accounts, and supporting month-end close activities.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail are critical for accurate financial reporting and resolving discrepancies.

Experience preparing and supporting internal and external audits aligns with the responsibility to maintain organized documentation and ensure compliance with SOX and GAAP standards.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines supports timely processing of transactions and month-end close deliverables.

Willingness to learn and take initiative in a fast-paced environment is essential for adapting to evolving accounting processes and collaboration across teams.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Driver's License

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Utilities

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