Sr. Accountant II - Wholesale Accounting

Senior Accountant II
- Wholesale Accounting

The Senior Accountant II
- Wholesale Accounting executes accurate and timely transaction processing and executes settlement, reconciliation, and reporting activities across Vistra's diverse energy portfolio.

Key Accountabilities:

• Executes complex tasks with a strong understanding of relevant policies, procedures, and controls.
• Analyzes data, identifies trends, and provides insights to support decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Reviews and reconciles information to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with company standards.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve processes and implement best practices.
• Assists in preparing and reviewing reports, ensuring clarity, completeness, and adherence to guidelines.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions.
• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior team members, contributing to knowledge sharing and skill development.

Role Specific Accountabilities:

• Prepare and analyze settlement data for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, supporting timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Lead wholesale activities such as the end-to-end settlement lifecycle, including data validation, dispute resolution, invoice generation, and revenue/cost recognition across various transaction types.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives, contributing settlement insights to support business strategies and regulatory compliance.
• Participates in special projects as required.
• Supports compliance with the departments accounting governance framework.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience:
  
  3+ years of experience in Accounting or related field
• Experience preferred in the Energy industry, but not required
• Skills:
• Experience with accounting and/or reporting systems
• Strong financial analysis, problem solving & communication skills
• Process improvement oriented
• Fundamental understanding of the accounting close process

Core Competencies / Key Metrics:

• Business Acumen and Industry Insights: navigate and assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment.
• Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling technologies.
• Data Analytics and Strategic Decision Support: harness the power of data and influence strategic decision making.
• Effective Communication and Continuous Improvement: support organizational transformation and foster a collaborative, transparent environment.
• Accounting Acumen: leverage accounting expertise for business activities with accuracy, precision, and timeliness.

Job Family:
Accounting

Company:
Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations:
Irving, Texas, Texas