Sr. Accountant - Services

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Summary:

The Sr. Accountant - Services will oversee the accounting and finance responsibilities for the Asset Management segment of the Services business, providing financial support for a portfolio of third party owned wind, solar, and battery storage assets managed by RES in the United States and Canada. This position will be a partner to the finance and operations teams within the support services business, regularly collaborating with asset owners and various departments within RES.

Requirements:  

• Manages the accounting and finance processes and deliverables specified under asset management contracts with third-party owned renewable energy (wind, solar, and battery storage) projects. This includes journal entry preparation and review, AP/AR Transactions, financial modeling and reporting, reconciliation preparation and review, lender compliance, and other financial deliverables and analysis required under asset management contracts.
• Prepares and reviews RES internal management reporting designed to communicate the monthly financial results of the Asset Management segment of the Support Services business internally and to external owners.
• Interfaces with project owners to build strong customer relations and customer loyalty.
• Prepares policy and transactional accounting memos through application of technical guidance.
• Prepares and reviews customer invoices and participates in the revenue collection process.
• Monitors cash needs of the business and works with finance/treasury to manage cash flows.
• Collaborates with the Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis, and Legal departments to ensure proper compliance with contracts, detailed evaluation of financial results, and accurate budgeting and forecasting.
• Participates in process improvement including standardization, automation, and improved efficiency of financial reporting and related processes.
• Performs other financial responsibilities as required by a growing business segment.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Present, support, and lead-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Oversees continuous improvement processes.
• Assists with system implementations and maintenance of data integrity.
• Completes projects as presented by the SVP of Support Services and Director of Accounting, Support Services.

Safety:

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job and task specific training prior to work commencing.

Qualifications:

• High school/GED in General Education required.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience (equivalent experience is 6 years) required.
• 4 or more years Public and/or industry accounting experience required.
• 4 or more years experience with ERP Systems preferred.
• Current knowledge of GAAP, including preparation of financial statements. Specific technical areas include revenue recognition, expense classification, ARO accounting, PP&E Impairment testing, statement of cash flows, derivatives, and fair value accounting. 
• Ability to conduct accounting research under both US GAAP and IFRS and prepare financial reporting under both sets of standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel skills
• Proficiency with Power BI and similar data management technology is a plus
• Leadership skills: supportive, accountable, vocal, bold
• Detail oriented
• Prioritization, organization, and time management
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and strong critical thinking skills. 
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Ability to clearly express information via schedules, tables, charts and commentary to superiors or management.
• Ability to manage under tight deadlines and handle multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Self-directed individual who enjoys learning, receiving coaching, and providing direction to team members
• Process and results-oriented
• Functional competencies include attention to detail, prioritization, accountability, self-knowledge & self-learning, and excellence.
• Valid Driver's License not required.
• Domestic travel 5-15% required.

Anticipated base salary range:  $86,000 - $107,000

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, Pulling 5-15 lbs., Pushing 5-15 lbs., Lifting 5-15 lbs., and Stooping required.

Occasionally: Carrying 5-15 lbs., Gripping, Handling, Pinching, and Walking required.

Frequently: Standing required.

Constantly: Reading, Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, Repetitive Motion, and Sitting, required.

Rarely exposed to Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, Humidity, and Wet in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed, Noise in the working environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.  Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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