Technical Accounting Manager

Standard Solar Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Solar Inc. seeks a Technical Accounting Manager to lead evaluation, documentation, and implementation of complex accounting policies and new standards, serving as the subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP, SOX and IFRS.

The role supports the Controller and CFO in ensuring accurate financial reporting across solar industry specifics. You will oversee revenue recognition, debt instruments, tax equity structures, lease accounting, Capex, and SOX controls, collaborating with Treasury, Legal,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required; CPA is preferred.
• CPA required or active.
• Experience with Big 4 and/or public company is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue recognition assessments (ASC 606/IFRS 15) for PPAs and milestone-based arrangements.
• Evaluate debt instruments under IFRS 9 and coordinate with Treasury/Legal on treatment and derecognition.
• Provide guidance on tax equity investments, including partnership flips and sale-leasebacks; support SOX controls.
• Oversee ASC 842/IFRS 16 lease accounting for lessee and lessor, ensuring accurate data and disclosures.
• Define Capex capitalization criteria and review project costs for IFRS compliance.
• Support quarterly and annual financial statements and audit processes; liaise with auditors.

Skills

Technical accounting

GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

SOX compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA required

Tools

NetSuite

OneStream

Job description

Job SummaryWe're seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to lead the evaluation, documentation, and implementation of complexaccounting policies and new standards. This role will serve as the subject matter expert on U.S. GAAP, SOX and IFRS.This role will support the Controller and CFO in maintaining the integrity and accuracy of our financial reporting,particularly in areas unique to the solar industry.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:1. Revenue Recognition (ASC 606 / IFRS 15):o Lead technical assessments of revenue contracts, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), test energysales, and milestone-based arrangements.o Partner with FP&A and commercial teams to ensure accurate revenue forecasting and recognition.o Monitor evolving guidance and update internal policies accordingly.2. Debt Recognition & Modification (IFRS 9):o Evaluate and document accounting treatment for new and modified debt instruments, including fair valuethrough OCI and amortized cost classifications.o Assess derecognition criteria and expected credit loss models.o Collaborate with Treasury and Legal on structuring and compliance.3. Tax Equity Structures:o Provide technical guidance on the accounting for tax equity investments, including partnership flips, invertedleases, and sale-leasebacks.o Coordinate with Tax and Legal to align book and tax treatments.o Partner with project finance, legal, and operations to assess accounting implications of new business models.o Support SOX controls and documentation for tax equity-related transactions.4. Lease Accounting (ASC 842 / IFRS 16):o Oversee lease classification and measurement for both lessee and lessor arrangements.o Ensure completeness and accuracy of lease data in the lease accounting system.o Support quarterly disclosures and audit requests.5. Capital Expenditures (Capex):o Define capitalization criteria for development, construction, and major maintenance projects.o Review project costs for compliance with IFRS and internal policy (e.g., inspections, feasibility studies, andregulatory assets).o Partner with Operations and Engineering to ensure proper cost tracking and reporting.6. SOX Compliance:o Conduct regular SOX testing and ensure timely remediation of deficiencies.o Oversee the annual review of capitalized costs and enhance evidence of review.o Draft and maintain technical accounting memos to support audit and compliance requirements.o Coordinate with external auditors and internal teams to ensure compliance with SOX requirements.7. Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation and audit process.8. Act as liaison with external auditors and technical advisors.9. Develop and maintain internal accounting policies and controls. Lead implementation of new accounting standards orchanges in policy.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (Master’s or MBA a plus).• CPA required.• 6+ years of experience in technical accounting, preferably with Big 4 and/or public company experience.• Experience in renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure, or a similarly regulated, capital-intensive industrypreferred.• Strong knowledge of GAAP, IFRS and internal controls.• Strong Excel and financial modeling capabilities.• Excellent written communication skills must be able to clearly articulate complex concepts.• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite and OneStream preferred).Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such ascomputers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Interfaces with customers, vendors, and thepublic. All employees, including Senior and Executive Management, Sales & Finance.