Project Treasury Analyst

Location: 

Houston, Texas, US, 77002

Job ID#:  805
Job Category:  Accounting / Finance
Position Type:  Regular FT

JERA Americas Inc. is part of a global energy company, supporting the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable world while fulfilling our responsibility to provide a safe and stable supply of reliable and affordable energy. The Company is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based JERA, which stands for Japan's Energy for a New Era. JERA has committed to achieving net zero CO2 emissions from its businesses by 2050 and is contributing to the development of a sustainable society.

JERA Americas seeks to continue its rapid expansion into renewable energy markets focusing on wind, solar, and cutting-edge technologies for hydrogen production and transportation. To meet the challenges of a fast-growing company, we are searching for talented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of the equation to provide energy for a new era.

Summary

Summary/Objective

 

The Project Treasury Analyst will perform the day-to-day treasury and cash management activities for the power plant organization that JERA Americas manages.  These activities include cash management, debt compliance, cash reporting, and cash forecasting. 

Position Description

Essential Functions


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    Perform cash functions, including cash reporting, preparation of borrowing notices, wire payment setups, vendor verification, and bank account administration and maintenance
•    Administer compliance for power plants related to debt and letters of credit, including preparation of withdrawal certificates, and other compliance related activities outlined in the associated debt agreements
•    Prepares compliance calendars and notifies financial asset managers and accountants of upcoming compliance due dates 
•    Support cash forecast and reporting for power plant projects by performing routine updates to the cashflow model 
•    Assist in bank account integrations and implementations of any technology adoptions
•    Understand, manage, and document processes and procedures around month-end and quarter-close activity
•    Supports rating agency reviews associated with the project debt
•    Ensure compliance with internal controls
•    Utilize and improve existing models, tools, processes, and infrastructure 
•    Develop and foster relationships with various departments while continually seeking opportunities to improve processes
•    Assist with routine and ad hoc financial analysis and department budget planning and analysis
•    Other tasks as required

Position Description Continued

Competencies

 

  • Knowledge of accounting, finance and treasury topics
  • Highly proficient in Excel, word, and power point
  • Intellectual curiosity and willingness to develop new skills
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deliverables
  • Natural problem solving and critical thinking abilities
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • Desire to work in team-oriented culture
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Discretion and Confidentiality

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

 

  • Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in treasury, cash management, corporate accounting, or public accounting
  • Extensive knowledge of cash management operations (i.e. daily cash management, debt management, cash forecasting, etc..)
  • Database spread sheet expertise (proficiency in Excel is a must)

 

 

Preferred Education and Additional Eligibility Qualifications

 

  • Excellent computer skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Time management skills

Knowledge of debt agreements for project finance

Qualifications Continued

AP/EEO Statement

JERA Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.


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