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Accounting Director-SOX Compliance and Accounting Policy
Irving, Texas
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- Director
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- 20 Sept 2026
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Job Summary
The Director of SOX Compliance and Accounting Policy is responsible for maintenance of Vistra’s SOX business process control environment through support of the design, implementation, and evaluation of associated controls. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with SOX requirements, maintain strong governance frameworks, and promote a culture of controls awareness across the organization. This Director is also responsible for maintenance of the Company’s accounting policies and procedures.
Job Description
Key Accountabilities
Drive execution of complex tasks and responsible for reviewing team deliverables
Selects, develops, motivates and coaches a highly skilled and technical staff to ensure high productivity and quality of work
Provides support to other departments as a subject matter expert
Provides technical expertise to support maintenance and improvements of internal systems
Supports compliance with policies, procedures, and internal controls and finance transformation initiatives and process improvement efforts.
Role Specific Accountabilities :
Advise on internal control design, integration, implementation, execution, and rationalization
Responsible for evaluation, maintenance, and optimization of process design documentation including preparing/reviewing workpapers and documenting results
Facilitate and monitor SOX certification process
Support operating effectiveness testing of controls and assess impact of control deficiencies along with remediation
Maintain accounting policies and procedures including ensuring changes are appropriately updated in accordance with department standards
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, MBA preferred
Experience :
5+ years of experience in Accounting or related field
Experience preferred in the Energy industry
2+ years experience in supervisory role
Skills :
CPA preferred
Experience with accounting and/or reporting systems
Strong leadership, problem solving and communication skills
Broad understanding of accounting the accounting close process
Core Competencies / Key Metrics
Business Acumen and Industry Insights: navigate and assess Vistra operations and the broader electricity and power generation environment.
Technology and Process Acumen: holistic comprehension of end-to-end processes and associated enabling technologies.
Data Analytics and Strategic Decision Support: harness the power of data and influence strategic decision making.
Effective Communication and Continuous Improvement: support organizational transformation and foster a collaborative, transparent environment.
Accounting Acumen: leverage accounting expertise for business activities with accuracy, precision, and timeliness.
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Job Family
Accounting
Company
Vistra Corporate Services Company
Locations
Irving, Texas
Texas
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
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