Manager – Power Controller

Jobtailor; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior finance professional to support the Power Controller function. You will lead strategic initiatives, drive process improvements, and coordinate accounting, reporting, and operational projects across the power energy portfolio.

The role requires extensive cross-functional collaboration, strong SAP expertise, and a track record of delivering complex programs on time. CPA/MBA/PMP are a plus, with emphasis on digital transformation and scalable controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, consulting, business operations, project management, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting concepts.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP.
• Experience with process improvement, automation, system implementations, or digital transformation initiatives preferred.
• CPA, MBA, or PMP certification considered a plus.
• Must legally work in the country of the vacancy and comply with applicable immigration requirements if not a citizen.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives across the Power Controller organization and coordinate cross-functional projects.
• Drive business process improvements and develop project plans with milestones.
• Partner with teams to simplify processes and improve data quality.
• Support integration of new assets, businesses, and organizational changes into accounting and reporting.
• Coordinate activities across accounting, finance, operations, tax, treasury and other functions.
• Assist with scalable controls, reporting frameworks, and monthly close processes.
• Participate in evaluating new systems, tools, and reporting capabilities.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Project Management

Process Improvement

Automation

Digital Transformation

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

System Implementations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support the Power Controller organization by leading strategic initiatives, driving business process improvements, and coordinating accounting, reporting, and operational projects across the Power energy portfolio.
• Lead and coordinate special projects sponsored by the Power Controller organization.
• Drive process improvement, automation, and digital transformation initiatives, including emerging technologies and AI-enabled solutions.
• Develop project plans, track execution milestones, and provide regular leadership updates.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to simplify processes, improve efficiency, and enhance data quality.
• Support integration of new assets, businesses, and organizational changes into accounting and reporting processes.
• Coordinate activities across accounting, finance, operations, tax, treasury, and other business functions.
• Assist with scalable processes, controls, and reporting frameworks to support business growth.
• Participate in evaluating and implementing new systems, tools, and reporting capabilities.
• Support monthly close, quarterly reporting, forecasting, and planning processes.
• Assist leadership with reviewing financial results, performance trends, and business metrics.
• Coordinate analyses and presentations for management discussions and executive reviews.
• Support internal and external audits and process-control enhancement initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and centralized finance organizations.
• Facilitate communication and alignment among teams involved in complex initiatives.
• Support leadership in addressing emerging business challenges and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance, consulting, business operations, project management, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of accounting and financial reporting concepts.
• Experience leading complex cross-functional projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP.
• Experience with process improvement, automation, system implementations, or digital transformation initiatives preferred.
• CPA, MBA, or PMP certification considered a plus.
• Must legally work in the country of the vacancy and comply with applicable immigration requirements if not a citizen.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in accounting and financial reporting, with a strong focus on process improvement, automation, and digital transformation initiatives. Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional projects and enhance data quality while supporting business growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Project Management
• Process Improvement
• SAP

Hard Skills

• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Project Management
• Process Improvement
• Automation
• Digital Transformation
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Organizational Skills
• System Implementations

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Stakeholder Management
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• CPA
• MBA
• PMP

Industry Keywords

• Business Operations
• Financial Analysis
• Data Quality
• Internal Audits
• Operational Projects

Tools & Technologies

• SAP