Energy Accountant

Tenaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, an organization thats adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants and more. Position Summary: The Energy Accountant is responsible for performing monthly financial accounting and invoicing tasks, preparing reports and analyses for management, and communicating with customers for billing and payment inquiries and resolving customer issues. Essential Job Functions: Prepares, reviews, and distributes monthly customer invoices and reports Effectively communicates with customers to ensure timely payments and issue resolution. Converses with employees and management at all levels on issues related to accounting procedures and processes. Prepares assigned journal entries and associated supporting schedules Completes assigned account reconciliations and associated supporting schedules Prepares and updates various management reports, typically in spreadsheets Actively participates on department and company process improvement and system enhancement projects Energetically works to develop a knowledge base for the wholesale electricity market and TPS energy trading and energy management business. Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance is required Education/Experience/Skills Basic Requirements: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance Masters Degree and/or CPA preferred Zero to two (0-2) years of Accounting experience Power industry experience preferred Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products, especially Excel Strong work ethic, team attitude, and willingness to work extended hours as workload requires Detail oriented, analytical mindset, and a questioning attitude Problem solving in a fast paced environment Strong verbal communication skills Excellent mathematical skills Dedicated self-starter with a high level of initiative Positive attitude Professional Competitive Benefits: At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our employees and their families. Thats why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below: Health, dental, vison, disability, and life insurance Excellent 401(k) plan Incentive-based, competitive salary packages Health/dependent care flex accounts Tuition assistance Long-term disability coverage Adoption benefits Employee assistance program Paid vacations and holidays Generous sick leave Charitable giving program Paid maternity/paternity leave Wellness programs Tenaska is an equal opportunity employer.