Senior Accounting Manager

Qcells • Irvine, CA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
ENFIN is a financial services company that provides financing for residential solar PV customers. ENFIN is looking for a senior accounting manager to perform the critical accounting role related to the residential renewable energy business at ENFIN. We are looking for someone who has thorough experience with GAAP accounting, considerable experience with finance-related accounting issues (e.g. gain on sale, unrealized revenue, hedge accounting). In this role, you will also need a high level of attention to detail and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Additionally, the successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership in the preparation of tax returns and provide advisory services related to the modeling and structuring of renewable energy tax equity structures. Communicating with internal and external stakeholders is key, in addition to assisting with activities across multiple departments and functions to help drive our residential renewable finance business.

We are looking for someone who thrives in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment, can use great judgment to make decisions and display empathy and resilience. In this role, you will need to be creative and collaborative with problem-solving skills and execute team-wide initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Establishes internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.
Oversees preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets.
Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides needed information for the annual external audit.
Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
Manage the full financial process, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Review and approve month-end close journal entries, including payroll, accruals, prepaids, amortizations.
Establish processes for key deliverables and lead continuous improvement activities to achieve effective, efficient execution.
Serve as the lead point of contact on process creation and enhancement, including SOX and internal control matters.
Partner closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Technical Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis) to build an understanding of the key processes within the organization’s operations.
Preparation of tax returns and provide advisory services related to the modeling and structuring of renewable energy tax equity structures, such as: 1) Partnership flip, 2) Sale-leaseback, or 3) Pass-through lease.
Optimize accounting processes by identifying opportunities for automation and building for scale by ensuring all solutions are compliant with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company accounting policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or another business-related field.
8+ years progressive accounting and/or finance experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CPA license.
Experience working with ERP systems and databases.
Ability to execute in a dynamic, fast-paced, and demanding environment.
Ability to influence across the company and interact at all levels.
Experience with finance and revenue accounting.
Audit experience.
Experience with internal controls and process improvement.
Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
Experience with Revenue Recognition policies and technical accounting.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and hedge accounting.
Knowledge of financial systems, analysis methodologies and technical standards applicable to corporate accounting and finance.
Professional presence and ability to lead teams and influence others.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment under strict deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to solve complex business problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in accounting or another business-related field.
Big 4: 1 year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.