Energy Accountant

At Cleco, we're not just powering lives- we're powering a cleaner, smarter future for Louisiana. With bold investments in innovative energysolutions, we're transforming how we power our communities: smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable.

This is a long-term commitment to our people and our communities because our future-and the future of generations to come-depends on it. If you're ready to make an impact where it matters most, join us at Cleco- where we're Energizing Your Tomorrow.

The Accountant - Energy/Back Office is an experienced professional with knowledge of and some experience with Energy/Back Office principles, practices, concepts, and theories.

• Compile and prepare general ledger entries to account for assigned fuel transactions; prepare account reconciliations monthly to substantiate general ledger balances through the verification of payments, invoices, journals, etc., and prepare quarterly flux analysis for assigned general ledger accounts when required
• Maintain and reconcile fuel inventories in the appropriate system; review and process transactions necessary to record and account for fuel expenses as required
• Reconcile monthly statements, verify that values reflect current cost and/or prices, and communicate data to Front Office for proper assignment of fuel cost for generation purposes
• Assist in the preparation of monthly/quarterly/annual reports required of back office accounting, including the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC) FAC and EAC filing and FERC filings (EQR, FERC 580 and EIA
  923)
• Adhere to Energy/Back Office Accounting standards, procedures, and processes; provide high quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders in response to questions pertaining to Energy/Back Office
• Support General Accounting Manager with the development and implementation of appropriate metrics to manage business risks and improve decision making; consider future implications beyond an immediate problem
• Participate in the analysis of historical data and identify trends to increase accountability and improve decision making for Energy/Back Office department, and contribute to the development of reports to effectively communicate insights that can impact Finance and the broader organization
• Actively engage in process improvement initiatives to enhance Energy/Back Office service delivery and processes; identify areas to automate routine manual tasks
• Use data and analytics to support continuous improvement to reduce cost and improve program quality; participate in the integration of current systems (e.g., SAP) and analytical techniques to enhance/streamline current operations
• Demonstrate ethical business conduct and compliance with both the letter and spirit of all laws, rules and regulations to which Cleco is subject
• Champion a corporate culture that emphasizes transparency, integrity, safety, environmental responsibility, employee development, sense of belonging, customer service, and operational excellence

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• 3+ years of related experience
• Experience with Financial Systems/SAP preferred
• Experience with Microsoft tools and applications required
• Experience with MISO preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP, Internal Control processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning, and project management skills
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies on the job
• Ability to exercise judgment with little direction/guidance but also knows when to elevate to the Energy/Back Office Manager
• Proficient at functioning effectively within a team environment, present ideas and opinions in a respective and collegial manner
• Progression to this level is strictly restricted based on critical individual capabilities and business requirements; must be supported by market survey data.

• Building Partnerships
• Leading Teams
• Business Acumen
• Communication
• Courage
• Building Self-Insight
• Driving for Results
• Energizing the Organization
• Driving Execution
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Driving Innovation
• Planning and Organizing
• Safety
• Establishing Strategic Direction

• Core Accounting
• Financial Reporting & Data Analysis
• Industry & Business Knowledge
• Risk Management
• Business Partnering
• Project & Change Management
• Financial Transaction Management
• Financial Systems
• Governance & Internal Control
• Regulatory Accounting

May perform other duties as assigned.
Salary dependent on experience, skills, education, and training.