Accounting Manager: GAAP Close & JV Finance

Nuclear; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 118,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Competitive compensation packages

Job summary

The Nuclear Company is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the company’s books. You’ll be an early Finance leader, overseeing accounting operations for a capital‑raising, project‑driven startup with institutional investors.

You will close monthly, quarterly, and annual books, work with Brookfield and other investors, and collaborate with Controllers, FP&A, and project teams to scale the financial foundation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and month-end close.
• Proficiency with an ERP system and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit readiness.
• Ability to communicate clearly with non‑accountants, including project leaders.
• Comfort with ambiguity, speed, and shifting priorities in a startup environment.
• Experience in construction, energy, power, utilities, or other capital‑intensive industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and flux analysis.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, and support reporting packages required by Brookfield and other investors.
• Oversee accounts payable, cash management, and payroll accounting, including project-specific payments such as per diem and premium pay.
• Account for capitalized project development costs, construction in progress, and the transition from development to construction.
• Support job cost accounting and project cost tracking, including commitments, change orders, retainage, and cost‑to‑complete.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and investors on audits, reviews, and information requests.
• Support tax compliance, including sales and use, property, and income tax, and coordinate with tax advisors on structuring considerations.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation appropriate for a new company with institutional ownership.
• Partner with Finance and Legal on contract review, vendor onboarding, and procurement controls.
• Maintain accurate records to support audits, regulatory inspections, and government funding requirements.

Skills

Clear communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

NetSuite

Advanced Excel

Job description

The Nuclear Company is seeking an Accounting Manager to own the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the company’s books. You’ll be an early Finance leader, overseeing accounting operations for a capital‑raising, project‑driven startup with institutional investors.

You will close monthly, quarterly, and annual books, work with Brookfield and other investors, and collaborate with Controllers, FP&A, and project teams to scale the financial foundation.