Controller with Project Development and Construction experience - remote

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; Remote; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the climate and cleantech sector seeks a Controller to lead client accounts and manage back-office accounting systems. This role involves overseeing financial statements, managing relationships, and implementing scalable accounting solutions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in accounting and finance, particularly in the cleantech sector, and a strong work ethic to thrive in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years as a Controller or similar role.
• At least 15 years of GAAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily operations of the accounting office.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Work Ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

QBO

Sage Intacct

Netsuite

BILL

Job description

Job Description

Salary: $125,000-$130,000 annually

At ecoCFO, we aim to use our financial and accounting expertise to support startups and nonprofits in climate and cleantech. We believe we can significantly impact the mission of cleantech companies by providing financial planning, accounting, operations, and infrastructure services. We are committed to building a team of dedicated Controllers, CFOs, Accountants, and FP&A professionals who thrive in a startup environment and want to use their talents to become part of the climate change solution.

As a Controller at ecoCFO, you will:

• Lead one or more client accounts, owning the client relationship and managing their back-office accounting systems.
• Oversee a staff accountant and collaborate with our FP&A and CFO teams while supporting the client's executives.
• Implement and operate back-office software and systems aligned with our clients' growth.
• Review and sign off on financial statements.
• Set up and run audit-ready accounting systems, building trust and transparency with stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing daily operations of the accounting office.
2. Overseeing general accounting, bookkeeping tasks, policy design, controls, and enforcement.
3. Creating company and project projections and analyzing results.
4. Reviewing, analyzing, and reporting on financial statements.
5. Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and boards.
6. Determining KPIs and reviewing calculations and trends.
7. Managing relationships with vendors and partners such as attorneys, CPAs, lenders, and benefits administrators.
8. Handling external audits with CPA firms.
9. Managing tax strategies, compliance, and annual tax preparation.
10. Implementing new software systems for scalability and efficiency.
11. Drafting and implementing policies based on GAAP principles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum of 10 years as a Controller or similar role.
• At least 15 years of GAAP experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations; experience with DOE, DOD, NSF, SBIR grants is a plus.
• Experience in solar, manufacturing, or construction sectors.
• Familiarity with SaaS or similar models.
• Experience with revenue recognition and ASC606.
• Understanding of R&D expense treatment, sales tax, and ITC.
• CPA license (active or inactive).
• Experience with cloud accounting software like QBO, Sage Intacct, Netsuite, BILL, etc.

Skills:

• Strong work ethic with the ability to work remotely and independently.
• Effective communication with multiple teams and clients.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to explain complex subjects clearly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain confidentiality.
• Experience in setting up accounting systems.

Remote work opportunity.