Accounting Director-SOX Compliance and Accounting Policy

Posted: Thursday, 26 February 2026
Valid Thru: Saturday, 28 March 2026
Index Requested on: 02/27/2026 02:19:36
Indexed on: 02/27/2026 02:19:36

Location: Irving, TX, 75039, US

Industry: Energy and Utilities
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Vistra Corporate Services Company is hiring!

Description:

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

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.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.

Benefits:

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