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Tenaska

Energy Accountant

Irving, TX · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Converses with employees and management at all levels on issues related to accounting procedures ... OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future. At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our ...

Tenaska,-Inc.

Energy Accountant

Irving, TX · On-site

$55 - $75/hr

Converses with employees and management at all levels on issues related to accounting procedures ... OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future. At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our ...

Tenaska

Energy Accountant

Irving, TX · On-site

Converses with employees and management at all levels on issues related to accounting procedures ... CPT or OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future. Benefits: At Tenaska we care about the ...

Tenaska, Inc.

Energy Accountant

Irving, TX · On-site

Converses with employees and management at all levels on issues related to accounting procedures ... CPT or OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future. Benefits: At Tenaska we care about the ...

Granite Construction

Accountant II

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$63 - $95/hr

Examine, analyze and interpret accounting records to support strategic decision making ... Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). As ...

KPMG

Director, Oracle Accounting Hub

Dallas, TX

KPMG is currently seeking a Director, Oracle Accounting Hub for our Consulting practice ... J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa) KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ...

ActiveProspect, Inc.

Senior GL Accountant

Austin, TX · On-site

Our flagship product, TrustedForm, is used to certify over 1 billion opt-in digital customer leads ... This role will be involved in a broad range of general ledger accounting activities, including, but ...

ActiveProspect, Inc.

Senior GL Accountant

Austin, TX · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Our flagship product, TrustedForm, is used to certify over 1 billion opt-in digital customer leads ... This role will be involved in a broad range of general ledger accounting activities, including, but ...

Granite

Accountant II

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$63K - $95K/yr

Examine, analyze and interpret accounting records to support strategic decision making ... Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). As ...

Carr, Riggs & Ingram

Part-Time CPA

Austin, TX · On-site

... OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our ...

Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC

Part-Time CPA

Austin, TX · On-site

... OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our ...

FII

Expense Analyst (C Project)

Houston, TX · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related fields. * Open to recent graduates ... Willing to sponsor work visa (OPT/CPT/H1B) #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Carr, Riggs & Ingram

Senior Associate, Audit

Houston, TX · On-site

$77K - $95K/yr

... OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for accounting opt in Texas is $20.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Accounting Opt job typically refers to an accounting position held by an international student working under Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the U.S. These roles allow recent graduates with an accounting degree to gain hands-on experience in financial reporting, tax preparation, auditing, or bookkeeping. Employers hiring OPT candidates must comply with visa regulations, and the job is usually temporary, lasting up to 12 months (or 36 months for STEM degree holders). This opportunity helps students build professional experience and potentially transition to long-term employment.

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Accounting Opt professionals are typically responsible for tasks such as preparing financial statements, managing accounts payable and receivable, assisting with audits, and maintaining accurate ledgers. They may also analyze budgets, support month-end and year-end close processes, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The role often involves frequent collaboration with other departments, such as payroll, finance, and operations, to share information and resolve discrepancies. This variety of tasks provides valuable experience across multiple aspects of accounting and can lead to further career specialization or advancement.

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Energy Accountant

Tenaska

Irving, TX • On-site

$55 - $75/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Tenaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, an organization that’s adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants and more.

Position Summary:

The Energy Accountant is responsible for performing monthly financial accounting and invoicing tasks, preparing reports and analyses for management, and communicating with customers for billing and payment inquiries and resolving customer issues.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Prepares, reviews, and distributes monthly customer invoices and reports
  • Effectively communicates with customers to ensure timely payments and issue resolution.
  • Converses with employees and management at all levels on issues related to accounting procedures and processes.
  • Prepares assigned journal entries and associated supporting schedules
  • Completes assigned account reconciliations and associated supporting schedules
  • Prepares and updates various management reports, typically in spreadsheets
  • Actively participates on department and company process improvement and system enhancement projects
  • Energetically works to develop a knowledge base for the wholesale electricity market and TPS’ energy trading and energy management business.
  • Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance is required
Education/Experience/SkillsBasic Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Master’s Degree and/or CPA preferred
  • Zero to two (0-2) years of Accounting experience
  • Power industry experience preferred
  • Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products, especially Excel
  • Strong work ethic, team attitude, and willingness to work extended hours as workload requires
  • Detail oriented, analytical mindset, and a questioning attitude
  • Problem solving in a fast paced environment
  • Excellent mathematical skills
  • Dedicated self-starter with a high level of initiative
  • Professional
  • Competitive

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Company is not able to take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time for this position or commit to doing so in the future for individuals with current authorization to work via, for example, CPT or OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future.

At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our employees and their families. That’s why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below:

  • Health, dental, vison, disability, and life insurance
  • Incentive-based, competitive salary packages
  • Health/dependent care flex accounts
  • Tuition assistance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid vacations and holidays
  • Charitable giving program
  • Paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Wellness programs

Tenaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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