Finance Accounting Manager

ABOUT CHABERTON:

Chaberton Energy is a public benefit corporation developing community-scale energy projects, with a focus on distributed solar and battery energy storage. A national developer with roots in the communities it serves, Chaberton is a two-time Inc. 5000 awardee and was named to Inc.’s 2025 Best Workplaces list.

With a commitment to creativity, excellence, and humanity, Chaberton’s team develops distributed energy projects that improve grid reliability and resilience while lowering electricity costs for community members and businesses. We support projects across the full development lifecycle, with 190 projects under site control and a growing development pipeline of 1.25 gigawatts of opportunities under assessment or negotiation.

We deeply value the communities we serve, from our employees and landowners to our partners, customers, and investors. Chaberton is a place where people find purpose, working collaboratively to develop projects that strengthen local energy infrastructure, make electricity more affordable, and deliver lasting economic value for the communities where we operate.

We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our growing team and contribute to a company with strong momentum and meaningful opportunities for growth.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

Manager, Accounting (FP&A) will be responsible for supporting the Director of Accounting and Finance by driving accounting processes, creating an FP&A platform, and contributing to the overall growth and success of Chaberton Energy. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in corporate accounting with a focus on FP&A reporting, corporate tax compliance, and accounting processes. The candidate will have the ability to clearly communicate financial insights to key stakeholders. Energy sector experience, while not a requirement, would be an advantage.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Preparation of GAAP consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards across multiple entities.

- Assist

in creating quarterly FP&A reporting and responding to the needs of management and stakeholders with timely and insightful financial analysis.

- Evaluation of new ERP options (including AI Native) with FP&A focus, selection, and subsequent implementation.

- Manage the month-end closing process, including reconciliation of accounts, entries, and financial reporting to ensure timely and accurate closing of the books.

- Assist with annual audit preparation and oversight of independent auditor.

- Perform due diligence, payment tracking, and provide deliverables to support project and corporate transactions. other financial deliverables to support project and corporate transactions, as well as strategic initiatives

- Improve and advance accounting process workflows; promote excellence in execution of process among team members and broader organization

- Administer payroll and manage 401(k) contributions, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and processing payments accurately and on time.

- Help train and supervise staff as needed, providing guidance and mentoring to ensure team effectiveness and development.

- Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a related field.

- Minimum 5+ years of experience in an accounting role.

- Must have GAAP knowledge including consolidations, variable interest entities, and stock compensation.

- Attention to detail and organized.

- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office or similar programs.

- Strong communication skills. Able to summarize complex issues and convey information effectively.

- Resourceful, curious, and proactive problem-solving attitude.

- Able to collaborate with multiple disciplines including sales, engineering, project development, and project origination.

- Strong work ethic and desire to accomplish assigned tasks in a timely manner and meet / exceed milestones.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Master's degree in accounting, or related field.

- 3+ years of experience in accounting manager role

- Active CPA License

- Experience in renewable energy, real estate/greenfield development, and/or asset management companies a plus

ROLE LOGISTICS:

- Full-Time

- Hybrid from your home office in the Greater Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area with expectations to travel 10% of the time with an expectation of at least 3 workdays/week at the Chaberton Energy HQ in Rockville, MD.

COMPENSATION:

- Annual Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $90,000 - 120,000

- Target Bonus: 20% (may vary depending on mix of individual and company performance as compared to established goals)

BENEFITS:

In addition to being part of a top-notch team driving sustainable energy in local communities we live and work in, Chaberton offers our employees an attractive package, including but not limited to:

- 15 Days Annual PTO

- 12 Days Annual Paid Company Holidays

- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Offered

- Basic Life Insurance coverage provided

- Basic AD&D Insurance coverage provided

- Company Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance provided

- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 3% Employer Safe-Harbor Contribution

- Annual Professional Development Stipend (Up to $2000)

- Annual Certification Maintenance Stipend (Up to $300)

- Home Office Stipend (Up to $1000 initially; then $300 annually)

- Eligibility Dependent Paid Benefits:

- 4 Weeks Parental Leave

- 6 Weeks Pregnancy-Disability Leave

- Lactation Breaks

- Eligibility Dependent Unpaid Leave:

- Personal Leave (up to 90 days)

- Bereavement Leave (up to 3 days)

Chaberton is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all applicants without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.