James R (Jim) Brown, Cpa
About James R (Jim) Brown, Cpa
James R. (Jim) Brown is a financial accounting manager at CenterPoint Energy, specializing in gas and fuels accounting. He has extensive experience in financial analysis and regulatory reporting within the energy sector, having held various roles at CenterPoint Energy and Kimberly-Clark over the past three decades.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
James R. Brown has held multiple positions at CenterPoint Energy since 2000. He began as a Business Analyst in Corporate Business Services and progressed through various roles, including Lead Financial Analyst for CenterPoint Energy Entex and Houston Electric. He served as a Senior Financial Analyst in Regulatory Reporting and Texas Gas Finance before becoming Supervisor of Regulatory Reporting. Since 2015, he has worked as the Manager of Financial Accounting for Gas & Monthly Close, where he is responsible for gas and fuels accounting and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
Education and Expertise
James R. Brown holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of North Texas and a Master of Business Administration in Accounting and Business Management from Texas A&M University-Texarkana. His educational background supports his expertise in financial analysis and accounting within the energy sector. He specializes in ERCOT accounting and conducts FERC analysis and research, focusing on compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regulations.
Background
James R. Brown's career began in 1990 as an Accounting Technician at DFAS, where he worked for four years. He transitioned to Kimberly-Clark, holding various roles, including Internal Control Coordinator and Financial Manager. He also worked as a Project/Systems Analyst at CPS Energy before joining CenterPoint Energy. His diverse experience across different companies and roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations in the energy industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, James R. Brown has contributed to significant financial reporting and regulatory compliance efforts at CenterPoint Energy. He oversees account reconciliations and month-end close analysis, ensuring financial accuracy and integrity. His role in managing ERCOT accounting highlights his expertise in the financial aspects of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, which is crucial for effective energy management.