Senior Accounting Manager (Remote, US)

Renew Home; United States; Remote; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager to lead its finance team in revolutionizing the energy industry. This role involves overseeing accounting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading a small team to support the company's mission of promoting clean energy. The position offers a competitive salary, fully remote work, and a culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the energy sector while enjoying flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Home office set-up allowance

No pre-set vacation limits

Parental leave benefits

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) plan with employer contributions

Work-life balance initiatives

Fully remote work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting management with energy industry preference.
• Ability to lead small teams and manage outsourced teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly close process and revenue recognition for contracts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and manage internal controls.

Skills

Accounting Management

Revenue Recognition

GAAP Compliance

Team Leadership

Attention to Detail

Excel Proficiency

Education

BS in Finance or Accounting

CPA or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Renew Home is on a mission to change how we power the world by making it easier for customers to save energy and money at home as part of the largest residential virtual power plant in North America.

We partner with industry-leading brands to better manage residential energy for users by prioritizing efficiency, savings, and comfort — and cleaner energy for everyone.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer striving to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment where everyone feels that they have a voice that is heard.

We strongly encourage candidates to check out our website at www.renewhome.com to learn more about the world-changing work we are doing.

Role Summary

Renew Home is seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead our accounting function and team. We are revolutionizing the energy industry by connecting smart homes with the smart grid to promote clean energy and consumer empowerment. As a key leader in the finance team, you'll play a critical role in supporting our mission.

What You Will Do

1. Lead monthly close process to ensure it is completed in a timely manner
2. Lead revenue recognition for new contracts as someone well versed with ASC606 guidance
3. Establish processes for the accounting team to enforce proper accounting methods per US GAAP, and follow accounting policies
4. Work with internal and outsourced teams to resolve issues, review reports, and provide GAAP guidance
5. Collaborate with other departments to obtain information needed for month end close
6. Prepare quarterly P&L and BS reports for investor reporting, and assist with preparing audited financial statements
7. Review and approve journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations prepared by team members
8. Ensure compliance with sales tax, Canadian GST/HST, business tax, Delaware Franchise tax, and file reports as needed
9. Work collaboratively with FP&A team to ensure proper general ledger coding and departments on financial statements. Improve and implement processes to ensure coding is done correctly
10. Review and reconcile payroll and 401K matching
11. Lead treasury management and ensure bank accounts are funded for operational needs.
12. Ensure AP payments are made in a timely manner, and syncs to Bill.com are cleared of any conflicts
13. Support annual audits with external auditors, and complete internal control testing on a quarterly basis
14. Collaborate with Controller on ad-hoc tasks and reporting needs

Requirements

1. Proven work experience as an accounting manager in both private and public company environments is required. Energy/renewables industry experience preferred
2. Ability to direct and lead small teams of 2-5 employees. Experience managing outsourced teams is desirable
3. Big 4 or tier II audit firm experience. In absence of Big 4 experience, a CPA or CPA equivalent designation from outside of the US is required
4. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to multi-task in a startup environment
5. Ability to work with large data sets in excel, and capable of using advanced excel formulae
6. BS degree in finance or accounting

Benefits

What You'll Get

1. A full-time position, with a competitive salary based on experience. The base salary for this role is: $155k - $180k
2. Fully remote work environment with home office set-up allowance
3. Real and lived work-life balance - Company perks include no pre-set vacation limits (with a top-down culture of taking meaningful PTO every year!), parental leave benefits, and a corporate value of working sustainably and putting families first
4. Competitive benefits package that includes numerous health and wellness benefits
5. 401(k) plan, with employer contributions to the same
6. Opportunity to work with passionate colleagues in a fully-remote environment, fostering growth and learning

Note: Not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Individuals seeking employment at Renew Home are considered without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identification, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, veteran or military status, unfavorable military discharge, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process. Please contact us to request accommodation.