Settlements Account Analyst
About the role
Reporting to the Manager, Commercial Accounting and Settlements, we are seeking a motivated and experienced accounting/settlements professional to join our Commercial Accounting and Settlements team in Houston, Texas. This role is a critical part of the Accounting and Finance organization and is responsible for accounting, settlement, reporting, and analytical activities supporting Talen Energy's commercial and energy marketing operations. The position offers broad exposure to energy markets, commercial transactions, financial reporting, regulatory requirements, and cross-functional business processes. The successful candidate will develop deep expertise in assigned business areas and will work closely with Commercial, Accounting, Treasury, Legal, Information Technology, and other cross-functional teams. This individual will also play an active role in strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and supporting evolving business needs. Talen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America, operating power plants that use diverse fuel sources in attractive wholesale power markets and selling energy to wholesale and retail customers in selected competitive markets. The company has an inclusive, diverse, respectful, and collaborative workplace, with a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and integrity.
Responsibilities
- Monthly Accounting Close and Settlements: Own key components of the monthly accounting close for physical and financial wholesale power, natural gas, and fuel transactions, including the preparation, review, and recording of journal entries; perform settlement activities for wholesale