Director, Accounting
EVgo
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Job summary
EVgo seeks a seasoned Director of Accounting to lead its general ledger team within a growing public company. You will define close standards, policy, and control environments while driving technology-enabled process improvements.
You will guide senior leaders, coach accounting executives, and ensure compliance with US GAAP. Significant travel and leadership influence are expected as EVgo expands nationwide.
Qualifications
- Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 10 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 8 years experience; or equivalent experience.
- CPA license strongly preferred.
- Big 4 public accounting experience with significant client engagement as a senior manager or partner.
- Experience as a Controller or equivalent accounting leader at a listed company.
- Track record of building accounting organizations and defining accounting operating standards at scale.
- Authoritative technical knowledge of US GAAP across the full spectrum of general accounting including complex capitalization, lease accounting, revenue, and financial close.
- Demonstrated track record of leading large, multi-tier accounting organizations in a public company environment.
- Deep expertise in SOX 404 governance, control framework design, and executive-level audit coordination.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and executive presence; ability to influence the CAO and senior finance leadership on complex accounting and organizational matters.
- Up to 20% travel may be required for audit engagements, executive meetings, and leadership events.
Responsibilities
- Lead EVgo's general ledger accounting organization across multiple teams and managers, setting organizational strategy, goals, and accountability frameworks.
- Develop a strong pipeline of accounting leadership talent; actively coach Directors, Sr. Managers, and Managers on technical depth, people effectiveness, and strategic thinking.
- Make independent resourcing, leveling, and succession decisions; ensure the organization is structured to scale with EVgo's growth and evolving public company requirements.
- Define and sustain a high-performance organizational culture grounded in technical excellence, control rigor, and continuous improvement.
- Set the strategic direction for EVgo's general ledger close operations, defining quality benchmarks, close frameworks, and multi-year improvement roadmaps.
- Monitor the accounting standard-setting environment and lead the assessment and implementation of new standards affecting EVgo's general accounting operations.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and operating standards across all managed areas, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with US GAAP.
- Own the overall control environment for EVgo's general accounting operations; assess control design and operating effectiveness across all managed teams and drive remediation of systemic issues.
- Define and lead the accounting organization's systems and automation strategy; drive transformational improvements in close efficiency, data quality, and process scalability.
- Evaluate and recommend significant technology investments that improve accounting accuracy, control strength, and team productivity.
- Partner with the CAO on organizational strategy, resource planning, and the accounting implications of major business decisions, transactions, and capital programs.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.
Skills
Education
Job description
EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to build a sustainable business that powers our transportation and protects our planet. As a leader in clean transportation, EVgo sits at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and innovation.
We are rapidly expanding our national footprint through strategic partnerships with retailers, automakers, rideshare and, fleets, bringing fast charging to communities across the country. EVgo enables drivers of all makes and models to charge where they want, when they want.
At EVgo, sustainability is not just what we do; it is who we are. We are committed to reducing carbon emissions, advancing clean energy solutions, and building infrastructure that supports a more sustainable future. We believe great companies are built by great people. Our culture is mission driven, customer centric, collaborative, and innovative, with a strong focus on creating an environment where employees can grow and make a lasting positive impact. Join us as we charge forward.
The Director, Accounting leads EVgo's general ledger accounting organization, directing a multi-team accounting structure and shaping the strategic direction of close operations, technical accounting policy, and organizational capability. This role operates with significant autonomy under the CAO, making independent decisions on the most complex accounting, control, and resource matters within scope. The Sr. Director, Accounting defines accounting operating standards, drives transformational process and systems improvements, and builds organizational depth to support EVgo's obligations as a growing public company — partnering with the CAO to ensure the accounting organization operates with the rigor, accuracy, and discipline that the business demands.
- Lead EVgo's general ledger accounting organization across multiple teams and managers, setting organizational strategy, goals, and accountability frameworks.
- Develop a strong pipeline of accounting leadership talent; actively coach Directors, Sr. Managers, and Managers on technical depth, people effectiveness, and strategic thinking.
- Make independent resourcing, leveling, and succession decisions; ensure the organization is structured to scale with EVgo's growth and evolving public company requirements.
- Define and sustain a high-performance organizational culture grounded in technical excellence, control rigor, and continuous improvement.
- Set the strategic direction for EVgo's general ledger close operations, defining quality benchmarks, close frameworks, and multi-year improvement roadmaps.
- Monitor the accounting standard-setting environment and lead the assessment and implementation of new standards affecting EVgo's general accounting operations.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies and operating standards across all managed areas, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with US GAAP.
- Own the overall control environment for EVgo's general accounting operations; assess control design and operating effectiveness across all managed teams and drive remediation of systemic issues.
- Define and lead the accounting organization's systems and automation strategy; drive transformational improvements in close efficiency, data quality, and process scalability.
- Evaluate and recommend significant technology investments that improve accounting accuracy, control strength, and team productivity.
- Partner with the CAO on organizational strategy, resource planning, and the accounting implications of major business decisions, transactions, and capital programs.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.
- Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 10 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 8 years experience; or equivalent experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
- CPA license strongly preferred.
- Big 4 public accounting experience with significant client engagement as a senior manager or partner.
- Experience as a Controller or equivalent accounting leader at a listed company.
- Track record of building accounting organizations and defining accounting operating standards at scale.
- Equivalent education or training in accounting, finance, or a related field (e.g., professional certification or demonstrated career-long expertise through sustained organizational leadership) accepted in lieu of a formal degree.
- Authoritative technical knowledge of US GAAP across the full spectrum of general accounting including complex capitalization, lease accounting, revenue, and financial close.
- Demonstrated track record of leading large, multi-tier accounting organizations in a public company environment.
- Deep expertise in SOX 404 governance, control framework design, and executive-level audit coordination.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and executive presence; ability to influence the CAO and senior finance leadership on complex accounting and organizational matters.
- Up to 20% travel may be required for audit engagements, executive meetings, and leadership events.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus mental wellbeing support and wellness programs
- Financial Benefits: 401(k), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, life and disability insurance
- Work-Life Support: Uncapped paid time off, enhanced parental leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Care Navigation & Support: Access to Health Advocate services for help with claims, provider searches, and care decisions
- Flexible Care Options: Telehealth services for convenient, low-cost access to care
- Growth & Development: Mentorship programs and opportunities for career growth and internal mobility
- Additional Perks: Monthly Tech Stipend, one-time home office setup reimbursement, Volunteer time off, commuter benefits, and employee focused programs
- Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer discretionary target cash bonuses, restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval), and a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k).
- At EVgo, we are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. Learn more about Cultivating Connection at EVgo. EVgo is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
155,300 - 194,100 USD per year(US)
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