Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity.

Job Summary: (includes but is not limited to the following, other duties may be assigned):

Responsible for general accounting and financial reporting functions within a specific accounting team. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Responsible for the preparation of accurate financial reports and supporting schedules, as required. Analyze and review budgets, expenditures and variances.

Job Responsibilities

Solid, working accounting knowledge. Experienced professional with full understanding of job, company and industry practices. Performs in fully-functioning capacity, with independent contributor capacity Makes decisions regarding own work, sometimes in ambiguous situations; makes recommendations regarding own function/discipline. Solves operational problems and associated technical issues; modifies existing tools, techniques or processes. Works on problems of more advanced complexity. Uses independent judgment within defined policies and practices. Interprets guidelines, select methods, techniques and analytical approach. Little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments. Begins to provide leadership through self-review of process and controls to identify improvements. Information sharing – gives and receives information such as options, technical direction, instruction and reporting results with others within the group. Resource integrator –builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Accounting. Requires 2-6 years’ experience in related field, CPA preferred. Industry experienced preferred.

 

Additional Calpine Information

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis.

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