Senior Analyst, Financial (Houston, TX, US, 77002)

<p><span style=""><span style=""><strong>CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. </strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><span style=""><strong>Our Vision:</strong> Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><span style=""><strong>Our Commitment: </strong>CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.</span></span></p> <p><span style=""><span style="">At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.</span></span> </p> <p> </p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Job Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p>Work with the Accounting Research Manager on a variety of technical and complex items, including the implementation and evaluation of new financial accounting standards, the accounting treatment and disclosure for new or unusual business transactions and maintaining and developing accounting policies. Additionally, provide support to the financial reporting department to ensure compliance with all U.S. GAAP and SEC financial disclosure requirements while being a liaison to external auditors.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Essential Functions</b></H2> </div><div><p>•    Research, plan, perform due diligence, and document accounting considerations for complex business transactions such as acquisitions, divestitures, regulatory transactions, debt / equity financings and other topics.<br>•    Monitor and evaluate the impact of new and emerging accounting standards and SEC rulings and lead teams to implement new standards. <br>•    Work cross-functionally with business units to address questions and document accounting conclusions to maximize corporate results. <br>•    Assist the financial reporting department with GAAP and SEC compliance, other technical matters and communicate accounting positions to external auditors. <br>•    Maintain, interpret and update accounting policies. <br>•    Perform and execute key activities within the monthly accounting close cycle, including preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely and accurate preparation of financial reporting support. <br>•    Manage and complete ad-hoc projects through detailed project management skills and strong communication with management and stakeholders. </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Education Description</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Bachelor of Science or Business Administration degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business from an accredited college or university.</li> <li>CPA required; or seeking CPA</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Experience</b></H2> </div><div><p>•    3+ years of relevant work experience required; public accounting experience preferred. <br>•    Strong knowledge of GAAP and SEC guidance.  <br>•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills. <br>•    Experience in project management and process improvements with strong organizational skills. <br>•    Strong attention to detail, with a proven ability to problem solve. </p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Requirements</b></H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"></ul></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px"><b>Working Conditions</b></H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"></ul></div></div><p style="margin-bottom:12.0px;text-align:start"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:12.0px;text-align:start"><span style=""><span style=""><span style=""><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff"><strong style="font-weight:bold">We want you to know</strong></span></span></span></span><br><span style=""><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="background-color:#ffffff">Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. </span></span></span></span></span></span><br> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:12.0px;text-align:start"><span style=""><span style=""><strong>What we bring to you</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li><span style=""><span style="">Competitive pay</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">Paid training</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">Benefits eligibility begins on your first day</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">Transit subsidies</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement</span></span></li> <li><span style=""><span style="">401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style=""><span style=""><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full Time <br><strong>Posting Start Date:</strong> 05/18/2026​<br><strong>Posting End Date:</strong> 06/01/2026</span></span></p> <p><br><span style=""><span style="">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.</span></span></p> <p><span style=""><span style="">#LI-CNP</span></span></p>