Accounting Manager

Recru; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Recru is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead financial accounting and reporting for a portfolio of renewable energy entities. You will oversee month-end close, consolidations, audits, and GAAP/IFRS compliance while driving process improvements and ERP enhancements.

The role requires 10+ years in accounting, leadership experience, and strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS. SAP and Blackline experience is preferred, with a focus on project finance and M&A support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA or Chartered Accountant (ACCA/CA) is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years in a leadership role.
• Strong experience in multi-entity accounting and consolidations.
• Proven experience supporting external audits and complex reporting environments.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP & IFRS.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP and Blackline preferred).
• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, project finance, or distributed generation.
• Background in partnership accounting, tax equity, or structured financing.
• Experience supporting or leading transformation initiatives (ERP, automation, process redesign).
• Exposure to M&A transactions, integrations, or carve-outs.
• Strong data handling skills (advanced Excel; large datasets is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reporting packages.
• Manage general ledger activities, reconciliations, and consolidations across multiple entities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and maintain SOX controls.
• Analyze financial results and provide insights to leadership.
• Oversee accounting for renewable energy, solar, and storage projects, including capitalization, depreciation, and revenue recognition.
• Support acquisitions, divestitures, and integration activities, coordinating external and internal audits.
• Drive automation, ERP enhancements, and workflow optimization to improve reporting accuracy.
• Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and Asset Management teams on cash forecasting and project performance analysis.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities across the portfolio.
• Support lender reporting and financing requirements for the renewable energy portfolio.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP/IFRS

Consolidations

Multi-entity accounting

Audits support

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Process improvement

Automation/ERP

M&A integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or Chartered Accountant

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Job description

The Accounting Manager leads financial accounting and reporting for a portfolio of renewable energy entities, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial information for auditors, lenders, and senior leadership. The role drives transformation initiatives, supports M&A activity, and maintains a strong control environment across multi‑entity project‑finance operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead month‑end, quarter‑end, and annual close processes.

• Prepare and review financial statements and reporting packages.

• Manage general ledger activities, reconciliations, and consolidations across multiple entities.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and maintain SOX controls.

• Analyze financial results and provide insights to leadership.

• Oversee accounting for renewable energy, solar, and storage projects, including capitalization, depreciation, and revenue recognition.

• Support acquisitions, divestitures, and integration activities, coordinating external and internal audits.

• Drive automation, ERP enhancements, and workflow optimization to improve reporting accuracy.

• Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Legal, and Asset Management teams on cash forecasting and project performance analysis.

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities across the portfolio.

• Support lender reporting and financing requirements for the renewable energy portfolio.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• CPA or Chartered Accountant (ACCA/CA) – required.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years in a leadership role.

• Strong experience in multi‑entity accounting and consolidations.

• Proven experience supporting external audits and complex reporting environments.

• Deep knowledge of US GAAP & IFRS.

• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP and Blackline preferred).

• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, project finance, or distributed generation.

• Background in partnership accounting, tax equity, or structured financing.

• Experience supporting or leading transformation initiatives (ERP, automation, process redesign).

• Exposure to M&A transactions, integrations, or carve‑outs.

• Strong data handling skills (advanced Excel; experience with large datasets is a plus).

Preferred Skills:

• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP and Blackline preferred)

You have CPA, 10+ years accounting leadership experience. Experienced in multi-entity consolidations and renewable energy finance. Skilled in SAP, Blackline, automation, and M&A integration