Senior Accountant I

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Job Summary

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
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.