Accounting Manager

Exus Renewables North America; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Exus Renewables North America in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting for IPP and asset management projects. You will review transactions, reconcile accounts, and prepare reports for senior management while improving financial processes.

Ideal candidates have a BS in accounting, 7+ years in accounting with Big 4/audit experience, and strong knowledge of US GAAP/IFRS, with prior people management and complex reporting experience.

Qualifications

• BS degree in accounting; MBA preferred.
• Expert knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and best practices.
• 7+ years of accounting experience; Big 4/audit experience preferred.
• People management experience required.
• Experience building complex financial reporting packages.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical compliance for US GAAP and IFRS, including derivatives, business combinations, and purchase accounting.
• Prepare and issue monthly and quarterly financial reports, including audited statements.
• Oversee AR, AP, and general accounting with client project teams.
• Ensure accounting practices follow legal guidelines and accounting principles.
• Provide monthly/quarterly/year-end analyses and reporting packages for clients and audits.
• Submit compliance filings on time.
• Assist in budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage day-to-day contacts with multiple complex clients.
• Create internal controls and policies; provide GAAP reporting.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial reporting

US GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Audit experience

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in Accounting

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Copy of Accounting Manager

Exus Renewables North America Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

About Exus Renewables North America

Exus Renewables North America is a leading independent developer and operator of utility-scale renewable energy projects, dedicated to advancing clean energy solutions across the United States. With offices in Pittsburgh, New York, and Albuquerque, and over 100 employees in the US, Exus NA focuses on developing, repowering, and managing renewable energy assets, contributing to the nation's decarbonization efforts and driving sustainable growth in the U.S. renewable energy sector.

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting activities of both the IPP and 3 rd party Asset Management projects. They will be responsible for reviewing and conducting financial transactions, account statements, reconciling accounts receivable, and resolving bank discrepancies. They will write accurate financial reports to discuss with the senior management, respond to the team's inquiries and concerns, and strategize to improve financial processes.

• Ensure technical compliance for a variety of accounting topics under both US GAAP and IFRS, including complex areas such as derivatives, business combinations and purchase accounting.
• Prepare and issue monthly and quarterly financial reports, including audited financial statements.
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable and general accounting functions in partnership with dedicated teams for client projects.
• Ensure all accounting practices are following legal guidelines and accounting principles.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses and reporting packages as needed for clients and for Exus and for consolidated audits.
• Ensure compliance filings are submitted on time.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage day-to-day contact with multiple complex clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller such as creating internal controls and policies and providing reporting for GAAP financial reporting.

Education and Experience Requirements

• BS degree in accounting; preference for candidates with an MBA or advanced degree; Expert knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
• 7+ years’ experience of accounting experience required; 3+ years in the audit function of either a Big 4 or large regional CPA firm highly preferred; public accounting experience highly preferred.
• Past experience as a people manager required.
• Past demonstrated experience building complex financial reporting packages required.
• Technical knowledge of US GAAP or current leasing standards required.
• Understanding of tax laws and government guidelines pertaining to energy and corporate investments highly preferred.
• Experience with the preparation of annual audited financial statements including footnotes.
• Ability to interpret complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Experience managing simultaneous complex activities in a high-growth, start-up environment; experience managing junior employees.
• Wind and/or solar energy project development, renewable energy industry and partnership experience a plus.