Senior Accounting Associate - Renewable Energy

Brief Description

The Senior Accounting Associate is responsible for the monthly close and financial reporting processes primarily focused on solar power generation. Candidates should possess knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

- Day to day accounting to include journal entry preparation and monthly account reconciliations.

- Analyze and review of operating expenditures to report on variances to budget.

- Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation.

- Prepare and provide financial reports to owners, lenders and other 3rd parties.

- Handle aspects of servicing debt and restricted accounts including preparation of borrowing request, withdrawal certificates and reporting of financial covenants.

- Assist in preparation of annual operating budgets and monthly forecasts with power plant operations staff and commercial teams.

- Prepare comprehensive work papers for outside auditors.

- Coordinate with treasury and accounts payable teams to ensure timely payment of vendor invoices.

- Provide supporting documentation for outside tax consultants.

- Prepare sales and use tax filings.

- Maintain a strong system of internal accounting controls.

- Other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

- Minimum 3 years of accounting experience, public accounting experience is a plus.

- Sound analytical skills to compile as well as dissect and interpret financial and operational information.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities; must be a self-starter and take the initiative in completing projects and assignments.

- Customer focused with strong attention to detail and capable of delivering accurate, quality results in a timely, consistent, and professional manner.

- Strong interpersonal skills to be able to effectively work with internal and external resources.

- Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.

- Strong Excel spreadsheet skills.

Summary

Applicants must possess a

and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

We offer a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.