Accountant

Leeward Energy; Texas; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) seeks a Staff Accountant (P1) to maintain the general ledger, prepare financial statements, respond to inquiries, and resolve issues for assigned projects. The role combines on-site presence with hybrid flexibility, and requires strong accounting fundamentals and collaboration with asset managers.

The position emphasizes timely monthly/quarterly close, accuracy in journaling, reconciliations, and revenue/expense processing, with potential involvement in audits and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting.
• Two+ years of related work experience and/or senior level courses.
• Technical and analytical accounting background and familiarity with complex accounting issues.
• Experience with consolidations, US and foreign GAAP issues, foreign currency translation.
• Commitment to deadlines for monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload with minimal supervision.
• Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare routine journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including bank reconciliations.
• Handle revenue invoicing and accounts payable for assigned projects.
• Record fixed assets and assist in financial statements and variance analyses.
• Maintain communication with Asset Managers to provide insight on project financials.
• Review and code all payables for assigned projects.
• Support annual financial audits with documentation for external auditors.
• Assist in implementing process improvements within Asset Accounting.

Skills

Analytical accounting

Detail oriented

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

Job Summary

The Staff Accountant (P1) is responsible for maintaining an accurate general ledger, preparing financial statements, responding to inquiries, and resolving issues for assigned operational projects.

Essential Functions

• Preparing routine journal entries.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts including bank reconciliations.
• Revenue invoicing.
• Fixed assets accounting.
• Accounts payable.
• Data entry in financial models.
• Assist in creation of financial statements and variance analyses.
• Maintain communication with Asset Managers to provide insight on the project’s financial results.
• Review, approve and code all payables for assigned projects.
• Perform weekly cash monitoring to ensure cash balances are up to date and invoices are paid in a timely manner.
• Identify and assist in implementation of needed improvements in processes affecting the Asset Accounting Team.
• Assist in annual financial audit by providing support for items selected by external auditors.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Accounting.
• Two+ years of related work experience and/or senior level courses at an accredited university.
• Technical and analytical accounting background and familiarity or experience with complex accounting issues, consolidations, US and foreign GAAP issues, foreign currency translation, multiple corporate structures, equity and investment accounting.
• Commitment, ability, and prior experience in meeting deadlines for monthly and quarterly reporting, and special projects.
• Preparing thorough and complete analyses and reconciliations with appropriate documentation and follow-up.
• Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload involving multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines with professional follow-through and minimal supervision.
• Enjoys working in a very “hands on” and detail-oriented environment.
• Self-starter with flexibility, desire to learn, willing to ask questions and take ownership of projects.
• Microsoft Dynamics experience a plus.

Please Note

This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LI-Hybrid

Physical Demands

Position will require sitting for long periods of time.

Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies

Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting vendors or employment agencies. Only recruiting vendors with a current, signed agreement in place with LRE are authorized to submit resumes for specific, requested positions. All unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles submitted to LRE, or any LRE employee, without an active agreement or written request from LRE’s HR Department, will be considered property of LRE. LRE will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited resumes or candidates submitted in this manner.

With a steadily growing portfolio of projects spanning 20+ years in the clean energy industry, we are hiring, training, and developing a next-generation workforce to safely and responsibly design, construct, operate, and manage sustainable power solutions. Join us in advancing your career in the exciting field of renewable energy. Learn more. In addition to our strong growth trajectory, LRE has earned recognition as an exceptional employer, receiving honors as one of Top Work Places DFW for 2025, Fast Company's 2025 'Best Workplaces for Innovators', and USA Today's Top Places to Work for 2025. This recognition highlights LRE's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and empowering employees to develop creative solutions that advance both the company and the renewable energy sector.