Job Description
The Senior Accounting Manager will lead the accounting team of skilled professionals and oversee the many aspects of Swell Accounting Department including; accounts payable, billing, financial reporting and audit compliance. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this is an opportunity for an individual with an extensive knowledge in GAAP and looking for a challenge.
Responsibilities
- Financial Leadership: Provide strategic financial guidance and direction to the organization, helping to drive sound financial decision-making.
- Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes continuous improvement.
- Accounting Close: Manage the month end, quarterly and annual close process including consolidation of all legal entities, managing inter-company transactions and eliminations.
- Financial Reporting: Support preparation of the financial statements, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant regulations.
- Audit and Compliance: Partner with the Controller to manage external audits, external accounting consultants and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Tax Management: Oversee tax planning and compliance, working closely with external tax advisors to minimize tax liabilities.
- Financial Systems: Evaluate and implement financial systems and tools to streamline operations and enhance reporting capabilities.
- Process Improvement: Continuously improve accounting processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance
- Proven experience (7+ years) in accounting and finance, with a mix of both Public Accounting and Industry experience
- 2 years in a managerial role
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting standards.
- CPA certification (active or inactive)
- Experience implementing and improving business processes and/or systems
Preferred Qualifications:
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Highly collaborative temperament, proven communication skills and demonstrated experience to work in a fast-paced environment
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Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional diverse teams
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Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
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Experience in telecom, energy/solar or other home service industries
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Knowledge of renewable energy, solar industry trends, and sustainability initiatives is highly desirable.
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Passion for clean energy and a genuine commitment to driving positive environmental change.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with performance based variable compensation
- Energetic and supportive work environment
- Advancement opportunities for exceptional performance and experience
- Vacation and Holiday Pay
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Eligibility to receive equity in the company
- The opportunity to work for an energy company that is advancing the utilization of stored energy
Compensation: $126k - $159k Annually
Swell Energy, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity
Swell Energy, Inc. does not discriminate based on the following categories: race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law.