Manager, Property Accounting; Gas

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

Our Vision: 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.

Our Commitment: 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.

The Property Accounting Manager leads the accounting and reporting of utility plant assets, construction work in progress (CWIP), retirements, depreciation, and related regulatory accounting matters. This role ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, FERC accounting requirements, company capitalization policies and internal controls. The manager oversees a team responsible for maintaining the utility's fixed asset records and serves as a key business partner to Engineering, Operations, Regulatory, Financial Planning & Analysis, and External Reporting.

• Oversee accounting for utility plant activity, such as additions, retirements, transfers, unitizations, depreciation and asset retirement obligations
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset roll forwards, and monthly close activities.
• Support SEC, financial reporting, and financial planning and analysis requirements involving PP&E and depreciation.

• Manage preparation of regulatory schedules supporting rate cases and capital recovery mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with FERC Uniform System of Accounts and state regulatory requirements.
• Develop responses to regulatory audits and requests for information.

• Interpret and apply capitalization policies and retirement unit guidance.
• Partner with engineering and project management teams to evaluate capitalization of new programs, technologies, and major projects.
• Resolve complex accounting questions related to utility construction activities.
• Drive consistency in capitalization practices across business units.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of property accounting professionals.
• Assign, monitor, and prioritize workload to ensure service levels and reporting deadlines are achieved.
• Support employee development, succession planning, and performance management.
• Foster a continuous-improvement culture focused on efficiency and internal control excellence.

• Maintain and test SOX controls related to fixed assets, depreciation, and capital accounting processes.
• Coordinate internal and external audit requests.
• Ensure proper documentation of accounting conclusions and control execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
• CPA required

• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience is required, with preference to experience in the utility industry
• A minimum of two (2) years of managerial or supervisory experience is required
• Experience with SAP and Power Plan is preferred

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.

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• 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 Type: Full Time