Accounting Manager

Spectrum Lighting, Inc.; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy efficiency solutions provider is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting. This mid-senior level role demands strong GAAP knowledge and 5+ years of progressive accounting experience. You will partner with various teams to maintain high-quality standards in financial practices while supporting audits and compliance. Candidates should possess strong Excel skills and familiarity with project accounting. This is a full-time, fully onsite position based in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of month-end close.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience or capability to lead.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and monthly close.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.
• Partner closely with Operations and Project teams.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting skills

Advanced Excel skills

Project accounting experience

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Quickbooks

Excel

Job description

Accounting Manager – Base $130K + Bonus (Fully Onsite)

Company: Resource Lighting & Energy, Inc.

Resource Lighting & Energy, Inc. delivers high‑impact turnkey energy efficiency solutions to commercial, municipal, and industrial customers. Our services include lighting and controls upgrades, HVAC optimization and upgrades, building automation, and turnkey retrofit projects that reduce operating costs and improve sustainability. We manage full project lifecycles—from audit and design through installation and measurement & verification, assuring long‑term energy savings for our clients.

Role Description

The Accounting Manager leads day‑to‑day accounting operations and the monthly close for Resource Lighting & Energy, Inc., and is also responsible for the accounting of a sister company, Fulcrum Energy Solutions. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient accounting processes in a project‑driven environment. The Accounting Manager partners closely with Operations and Project teams, supports audits and compliance requirements, and helps scale accounting practices as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of month‑end close.
• 1–3 years of supervisory experience or clear capability to lead/review others’ work.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting skills.
• Experience with project accounting and revenue recognition.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas).
• Highly organized, deadline‑driven, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Advanced Knowledge of Quickbooks; online version a plus.

Preferred

• Industry background in energy efficiency, ESCOs, construction, engineering services, or other project‑based businesses.
• Familiarity with ASC 606 and multi‑element/milestone contract accounting.
• Understanding of rebate/incentive accounting or performance‑guarantee structures.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Industries

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing