Senior Accountant, Solar

Overview

Manage accounting, reporting, and controls for utility‑scale solar projects.

Key Responsibilities

• financial reporting
• audit support
• month-end close
• general ledger
• stakeholder collaboration
• financial statements

Tasks

-Close coordination with members of the Asset Management team on understanding and explaining to management the financial performance of the projects. -Utilize financial reporting software to create, maintain, and update reporting templates and data queries. -Support parent and affiliate company audit requests from external auditors. -On an as-needed basis, support the Tax department as needed for income tax preparation for partnership returns or tax provisions. -Collaborate with and respond to ad hoc requests from key stakeholders within the organization (e.g., Treasury, Portfolio Finance, Asset Management). The financial statements over which this accountant will preside are key deliverables to current and prospective institutional investors and lenders. -Support the annual audit process for standalone audits, which includes compiling financial statements and footnote schedules, providing data requests to external auditors, and providing substantial support for audit selections. -Support the business by providing accurate general ledger account coding for utility-scale solar projects. -In close collaboration with other technical accounting professionals, assist with researching technical accounting and reporting matters, accounting principles, and financial reporting rules. -Perform all aspects of work with a high degree of accuracy, effectiveness, and efficiency. -Perform analytical functions necessary to achieve an accurate and timely general ledger month-end close. Duties include analysis of income statements, balance sheets, and equity transactions, preparation of financial statements, and general accounting support for financed and non-financed projects. -Work with internal functional departments (e.g., Treasury, Asset Management, Engineering, and Procurement) and external groups to ensure reported financial results are completed timely and accurate manner in compliance with company policies and procedures. -Prepare and maintain adequate documentation to support financial statement assertions and the performance of internal control over financial reporting. -Execute the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process within clearly specified time frames, following established internal control processes and procedures. -Assist with the preparation of quarterly unaudited and annual audited financial statements of Solar projects in accordance with GAAP to comply with the reporting requirements of lenders and ownership agreements, which include tax equity and cash equity ownership structures.

Requirements

• cpa
• sap
• excel
• erp
• 4+ years
• public accounting

What You Bring

-Ability to work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment that emphasizes attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and working together to achieve company-wide objectives. -CPA and/or Master’s in accounting. -Demonstrated a “can-do” attitude in embracing company goals and initiatives. -Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university. -Knowledge of ERP accounting system. -Ability to handle multiple concurrent efforts and provide high-quality deliverables accurately and on time. -Practical understanding and application of internal control processes and procedures over financial accounting and reporting. -SAP experience. -Minimum 4 years of experience in general accounting. -Public accounting experience. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including performing financial and analytical computations in Excel. -Detail-oriented and adaptable to changing working requirements. -Energy industry (or real estate company) experience. -Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customers. -Analytical and problem-solving skills.

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About Clearway Energy Group

-Clearway Energy Group has a strong foothold in the renewable energy sector, driving the transition to clean energy. -The company specializes in utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects, providing a sustainable energy future. -With a growing portfolio of assets, Clearway is one of the largest independent renewable energy companies in the U.S. -Founded in 2018, Clearway focuses on expanding its capabilities in the renewable sector through long-term investments. -The company's projects span across the U.S., from large solar farms in California to wind farms in the Midwest. -Clearway is committed to modernizing the grid with innovative energy solutions that power homes and businesses. -In addition to its clean energy projects, the company provides energy storage solutions to optimize grid reliability.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-no sponsorship for non‑immigrant visas (e.g., h‑1b, tn, e‑3).