CenterPoint Energy

Benefits Accounting Analyst

LocationEvansville, IN
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision:

Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment:

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Benefits Accounting team plays a vital role within the Finance & Accounting organization and our Company. The Benefits Accounting team is integral in administering health & welfare invoices, posting of payrolls into the accounting system, recording monthly journal entries, assisting with monthly and quarterly close of books, and completing account reconciliations.

Essential Functions

Administer health & welfare invoices
Post bi-weekly, off-cycle, and monthly payrolls into accounting system
Generate and analyze reports from the payroll system for management
Reconcile account activity and resolves discrepancies for various payroll and benefits related GL accounts
Prepare accruals related to the Company’s Short-term Incentive Plan and Savings Plan (401K)
Administer and record journal entries for Pension Plans, Postretirement Medical Plans, Stock Based Compensation and various other executive benefit programs such as Deferred compensation, Corporate
Owned Life Insurance, Split Dollar Life Insurance, and Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan
Assist with month and quarter end close of books in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Assist in testing internal controls within Financial Services department (SO 404)
Consistently manage time and resources to appropriately prioritize and complete goals and objectives
Use analytical and spreadsheet skills to prepare analyses
Utilize SAP for research and reporting
Support on-going efforts towards processes to continue to manage risk and improve operational efficiencies and continuous improvement opportunities
Performs all aspects of work with high degree of effectiveness, efficiency and accuracy


Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management or MBA in the absence of a bachelor’s degree in the preferred fields.


Experience

Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail
Experience with employee benefit programs.
Experience with SAP or other ERP system.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What We Bring To You

Competitive pay
Paid training
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Transit subsidies
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:

Full Time

Posting Start Date:

05/20/2025

Posting End Date:

06/03/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR

60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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