Senior Accountant I
Vistra • Irving, Texas • Full Time
Posted on Tue, May 19, 2026
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Job Summary
The Senior Accountant I - supports the accounting and reporting of the Company by performing essential accounting tasks and supporting daily accounting operations.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:
- Prepares various journals, account reconciliations, and monthly reports
- Supports monthly close and reporting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal standards.
- Assists in the preparation and analysis of results, including identification of key drivers versus plan, projection, and prior year.
- Participates in special projects as requested.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 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.