Senior Accountant-Associate

Work Place Flexibility : Onsite

Legal Entity : Entergy Services, LLC

This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE :

The position of Accountant - Associate, Sr within the Transmission and Distribution Capital Projects organization is responsible for financial, contracting and compliance tasks associated with the execution of capital projects within the Transmission and Distribution Plan portfolio. The tasks include, but are not limited to, establishment of construction contracts, contract management / monitoring, invoice processing and development of financial reports.

This position reports to the Supervisor, Project Controls and will support a diverse team of Cost Analysts, Project Managers, Construction Engineers, Construction Managers, Operations Coordinators, and other Sr. Management.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Administers Entergy's contract management system in support of critical supply chain and compliance processes required for active or planned construction activities. This includes management of requisitions (requests) for contracts, releases and change requests from initial submission through final approval and contract execution.

Performs general contract management duties including active tracking and monitoring of spend, balance and contract terms with frequent status reporting to relevant stakeholders.

Manages invoice processing for construction contractors, material vendors and / or service providers. This includes verifying vendor invoices for accuracy, code block validation, an understanding of contract release structure, and approval routing and payment processing.

Assists with the monthly invoice accrual process with Finance to ensure accurate cost tracking / forecasting on active or planned construction activities.

Must be willing to assume a storm restoration role and travel if necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum Education :

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred.

Minimum Experience :

• Accountant-Associate Sr : 5 years of Business Accounting or Office management experience required.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Entergy Corporate applications (Asset Suite, PowerPlan, & Maximo).

Familiar will all company policies and procedures.

Possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral with internal and external customers.

Willing to work extended hours as needed.

Self-starter with high initiative, & a willingness to learn new processes.

Excellent multitasking and team working capability a must.

Any Certificates, Licenses, etc. :

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Primary Location : Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana : New Orleans || Louisiana : Baton Rouge

Job Function : Professional

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Relocation Option :

Union description / code : NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings : 1

Req ID : 121599

Travel Percentage : Up to 25%

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Additional Responsibilities : As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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WORKING CONDITIONS :

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and / or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note : Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

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