Manager, Accounting

Job Summary Leads and manages a department responsible for the proper accounting, recording, and reporting of the company's capital assets. Works closely with operations and work order management to manage the CWIP balance and maximize the amount of rate base that can be included in regulatory filings. Assists the Property Accounting Director in evaluating potential changes to the capitalization policy. Evaluates systematic opportunities for process improvement and automation within the Fixed Asset Accounting System. Supports the regulatory process by providing key asset transaction information to facilitate rate recovery. Works closely with key stakeholders and management to drive continuous improvement. A partner with other finance and accounting functions to ensure that accounting records are accurate and supported by appropriate internal controls. Ensures efficient work processes are in place, supports cross‑training and the knowledge transfer of best practices between the Property Accounting Departments in Houston and Evansville. Essential Functions Effectively manages and develops staff through use of best practices and the Company's people management processes. Prioritizes Property Accounting workload, including a reduction strategy for the current backlog of projects in need of analysis and the processing of asset entries. Coordinates the preparation of responsive documents in support of rate case activities, including third party audits. Provide work order aging metrics to operations and to leadership to optimize the construction life cycle. Drive continuous improvement mindset and develop innovative processes, procedures and/or tools to support analysis of business performance. Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in Engineering, Financial Planning, and Work Order Management. Seek and identify capitalization opportunities for new technologies and processes. Identify any areas in need of policy and practice convergence among business units and determine the most appropriate company‑wide strategy. Education Requires a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting from an accredited college or university. CPA certification required. Experience Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least two years of managerial experience required. Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP. Strong knowledge of SAP, Blackline, and Excel. Proven problem solving and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail. Demonstrated leadership skills. Benefits Competitive pay Paid training Benefits eligibility begins on your first day Transit subsidies Flexible work schedule, paid holidays, and paid time off Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on‑site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution Job Details Job Type: Full Time Posting Start Date: 07/13/2026 Posting End Date: 07/27/2026 EEO Statement This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr CenterPoint Energy