Director of Accounting

Director of Accounting

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 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. 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.

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.

Job Summary:

The Director of Accounting – Financial Services and Accounting Projects is a senior finance leadership role responsible for oversight of Financial Services functions, including Payroll, Accounts Payable, Remittance, and Benefits Accounting, while leading enterprise and accounting transformation initiatives. This role ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC, SOX, and regulatory requirements and serves as a strategic partner across Finance, HR, IT, Supply Chain, Tax, Treasury, and Operations.

Essential Functions:

• Lead payroll, accounts payable, remittance, and related accounting activities.
• Ensure strong internal controls over payroll, cash disbursements, employee benefits, and vendor payments.
• Coordinate external audit and regulatory requests.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and service delivery excellence.
• Ensure timely filings, reporting, and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Lead accounting technology initiatives and ERP optimization efforts, including SAP S/4
  
  HANA implementations.
• Support divestitures, acquisitions, and transition service agreements.
• Champion automation, workflow, redesign, and data governance initiatives.
• Leverage analytics and reporting tools to improve decision-making and efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting managers and professionals.
• Build succession plans and strengthen organizational capability.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Education

Description:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Active CPA required.

Experience:

• 12+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• 5+ years leading teams in large corporate or regulated environments.
• Experience with SOX, SEC reporting, ERP systems, and accounting transformations.
• Utility, energy, infrastructure, or regulated industry experience.
• Big Four public accounting background.
• Experience supporting organizations exceeding $1B in annual revenue.
• ERP implementation leadership experience.
• M&A, integration, and divestiture experience.

We want you to know 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.

What we bring to you:

• 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

Nearest Major Market:
Houston