Entergy · 2 hours ago
Accountant
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expEntergy is a leading energy company, and they are seeking an Accountant to provide expertise in various accounting areas. The role involves improving processes through automation, analyzing accounting portfolios, and collaborating on strategic initiatives while providing support and training within the organization.
Electrical DistributionEnergyMarketingPower GridRetail TechnologyTrading Platform
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide insight, reports, dashboards, and recommendations to the Accounting organization to improve processes. Provide user support and training on related tools
Analyze the accounting portfolio of CI opportunities and provide insights on integration, progress, and barriers
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration on the guidance, support, and implementation of strategic initiatives
Perform assignments requiring the understanding of Accounting systems and processes applying process improvement methods and tools. Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP)
Perform challenging analytical procedures to identify and propose automation opportunities
Provides targeted financial and accounting expertise to management or cross functional teams, communicating impacts on current and forecasted financial results at any level of the organization
Use technical and automation skills to develop automation and data visualization
Evaluate challenging accounting and financial implications of contemplated strategic initiatives
Understand the system of controls and lending expertise to the development, implementation, testing and revision of accounting policies, procedures, and systems when developing process improvements or implementing new technology
Collaborate in the design, development, implementation, maintenance and enhancement of accounting and financial systems and tools, including PeopleSoft, PowerPlan, Cognos and other reporting and financial solutions. Good understanding of the upstream and downstream impacts to other systems and processes
Build and maintain high level knowledge across all business areas by staying current on initiatives, challenges, and opportunities across the business
Participates in industry communications to strengthen subject matter expertise. Uses knowledge gained to teach and guide co-workers and other members of the Accounting Department. Identifies emerging technologies and trends and evaluates inclusion in current or future Accounting processes and technology
Through participation in industry groups, collaborate on emerging trends on continuous improvement, cloud computing and artificial intelligence opportunities in Accounting
May perform peer reviews and leads initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
5+ years of accounting experience
Proficiency with the application of accounting controls and processes
Advanced knowledge of Entergy business and processes
Displays strong problem solving and analytical skills by efficiently using knowledge of tools and business processes to identify problems and resolve issues
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Strong oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization
Proficiency with use of MS Office application
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Strong focus on process improvements
Functioning in a lead role on a project sub-team
Preferred
MBA or related advanced degree
Company
Entergy
At Entergy (NYSE: ETR), we power life.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.3B2025-03-17Post Ipo Equity· $1.3B
1985-05-03IPO
Leadership Team
Drew Marsh
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
John O. Hudson III
SVP, federal policy, regulatory and government affairs
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