Principal Accountant - Financial Reporting

Job Description

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Principal Accountant to join our Project Analysis and Reporting (PAR) organization within NextEra Energy Resources (NEER). This role will be primarily responsible for responding to audit requests and preparing accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP for our privately financed renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge and proven external audit experience.

This posiiton requires an onsite presence at least 3x per week.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting (60%)

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and accompanying footnotes in accordance with US GAAP for all NEER financings.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and supporting documentation
• Review, analyze, and explain financial results, identifying variances and trends
• Coordinate with various departments to gather necessary financial information
• Experience with impairment analysis/going concern procedures (ASC 360:Long-lived assets).

Audit Support (30%)

• Serve as primary point of contact for external audit requests
• Prepare comprehensive audit documentation and supporting schedules
• Respond to auditor inquiries in a timely and thorough manner
• Assist in the coordination and completion of annual audits

Technical Accounting (10%)

• Research and interpret complex accounting standards and regulations
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP requirements and other regulatory filings (FERC)
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and pronouncements

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience (US GAAP)
• 3+ years of audit experience (AIPCA audits)
• CPA certification preferred
• Proficiency in Workiva preferred and advanced Excel skills
• Experience with SAP systems

Essential Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and resourcefully

Job Overview

Employees in this role develop accounting policy through analysis of GAAP and business practices. Ensures accounting treatment is practical, cost-beneficial and accurately portrays the economic substance of business transactions.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyzes proposed transactions for structure and proper accounting treatment under authoritative accounting literature
• Reviews changes in technical accounting literature, develops positions and present to management
• Maintains awareness of accounting issues being considered by regulatory bodies and advises management of important matters
• Ensures consistent application of accounting policies
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's - Accounting / Finance / Business
• Experience: 6+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Master's - Business Administration
• Master's - Accounting / Finance
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

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Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Finance, Accounting & Business Analytics
Organization: NextEra Energy Resources, LLC
Relocation Provided: No

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