Copy of Accounting Manager

W3Global; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global seeks an experienced Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager in Pittsburgh, PA to oversee day-to-day accounting for operating projects and third-party asset management. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, complex financial reporting, and leadership of a growing team.

CPA certification is highly preferred, with 7+ years of accounting and 3+ years of Big 4 or large regional audit experience seen as ideal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA certification highly preferred.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 7+ years of accounting experience required.
• 3+ years of audit experience with a Big 4 or large regional CPA firm highly preferred.
• Public accounting experience highly preferred.
• Previous people management experience required.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS required.
• Knowledge of current leasing standards preferred.
• Experience preparing annual audited financial statements, including footnotes.
• Ability to interpret complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical compliance with US GAAP and IFRS, including 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 with project teams.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with legal requirements and accounting principles.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses and reporting packages for clients and consolidated audits.
• Ensure compliance filings are submitted accurately and on time.
• Assist in budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage day-to-day communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Assist Controller with internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP reporting.
• Manage and develop junior accounting staff.
• Interpret complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Support annual audits and footnotes in audited financial statements.

Skills

US GAAP

IFRS

Financial reporting

Audit experience

People management

Complex accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Role: Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller / Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting activities supporting operating projects and third-party asset management projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, experience with complex financial reporting, and the ability to manage accounting activities in a high-growth environment. CPA certification is highly preferred.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure technical compliance with 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 project teams.
• Ensure accounting practices comply with applicable legal requirements and accounting principles.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and year-end analyses and reporting packages for clients and consolidated audits.
• Ensure compliance filings are submitted accurately and on time.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage day-to-day communication with multiple complex clients and internal stakeholders.
• Assist the Controller with developing internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP financial reporting.
• Manage and develop junior accounting staff and support effective team performance.
• Interpret complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Support annual audits and the preparation of audited financial statements, including footnotes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• CPA certification highly preferred.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 7+ years of accounting experience required.
• 3+ years of audit experience with a Big 4 or large regional CPA firm highly preferred.
• Public accounting experience highly preferred.
• Previous people management experience required.
• Demonstrated experience building and preparing complex financial reporting packages required.
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS required.
• Knowledge of current leasing standards preferred.
• Experience preparing annual audited financial statements, including footnotes.
• Ability to interpret complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Experience managing multiple complex accounting activities in a high-growth environment.
• Experience managing and developing junior accounting employees.
• Understanding of tax laws and government guidelines related to energy and corporate investments is highly preferred.
• Experience in the renewable energy, wind, solar, or energy project development industry is a plus.
• Partnership accounting experience is a plus.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• CPA with strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Public accounting and/or Big 4 or large regional audit background.
• Proven people-management and team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Comfortable handling complex accounting issues and agreements.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Renewable energy, wind, solar, or project-based accounting experience is a plus.