Accounting Manager: Fast-Growth Energy & ERP Leader

Base Power Company; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Base Power Company in Austin, TX is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead our general ledger, close processes, and financial reporting in a fast-growing startup environment.

You will design and implement accounting systems, including ERP, partner with cross-functional teams, and mentor the accounting staff while we scale and improve controls. This hands-on role places you at the core of financial strategy as Base expands in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• CPA preferred; professional accounting certification.
• 5+ years of accounting experience with US GAAP.
• Experience designing and implementing accounting systems, including ERP.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations including general ledger, cash management, accounts payable, travel & expense, and financial reporting.
• Oversee period-end close processes and accelerate close timelines.
• Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations with strong documentation.
• Draft technical accounting memorandums under FASB for complex reporting matters.
• Manage general ledger coding, data attributes, and transaction classifications.
• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, trends and improvement opportunities.
• Enhance ERP, Payroll, Payables, and T&E systems to scale operations.
• Establish, document, and improve compliant accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to the accounting team.
• Support strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects within accounting.
• Perform related duties as needed.

Education

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Base Power Company in Austin, TX is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead our general ledger, close processes, and financial reporting in a fast-growing startup environment.

You will design and implement accounting systems, including ERP, partner with cross-functional teams, and mentor the accounting staff while we scale and improve controls. This hands-on role places you at the core of financial strategy as Base expands in renewable energy.