Curtis Walker, MBA, Cpa
About Curtis Walker, MBA, Cpa
Curtis Walker, MBA, CPA, is an experienced accounting manager currently overseeing gas accounting at CenterPoint Energy. He has held various accounting roles across multiple companies, demonstrating a strong ability to lead teams and implement process improvements.
Current Role at CenterPoint Energy
Curtis Walker currently holds the position of Accounting Manager Gas at CenterPoint Energy, a role he has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, he oversees financial operations related to gas accounting. His responsibilities include managing accounting processes and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. His experience in this role builds on his previous tenure at CenterPoint Energy as Lead Analyst Gas Accounting from 2019 to 2022, where he contributed to the financial management of gas operations.
Previous Experience in Energy Sector
Before his current role at CenterPoint Energy, Curtis Walker worked at Gexa Energy in various capacities. He served as Accounting Manager from 2014 to 2017, where he managed financial reporting and accounting functions. Prior to that, he was involved in Special Projects within Billing Operations from 2017 to 2018. His experience in the energy sector has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations in this industry.
Career Background in Accounting
Curtis Walker has a diverse background in accounting, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked as Accounting Manager at Direct Energy from 2013 to 2014 and as District Controller at Waste Management from 2000 to 2002. His experience also includes roles at Crane Supply as Sr Accountant and at Exterran as Senior Accountant, where he managed accounting systems and inventory. This extensive experience has equipped him with a well-rounded skill set in financial management.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Curtis Walker holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting from the University of St. Thomas in Texas. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Advertising from The University of Texas at Austin. His educational background complements his professional experience, providing him with a strong foundation in both business and accounting principles.
Achievements in Process Improvement
Throughout his career, Curtis Walker has demonstrated a strong ability to implement process improvement initiatives. He has successfully reduced month-end close cycle times and enhanced employee efficiency within financial teams. His vision for seeing the big picture has been instrumental in bringing financial groups under fiscal control, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organizations he has worked with.