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Title: Accounting Manager/Controller Role

Salary: $100k - $160k - Offers Equity

Possibility of Fully Remote

About the Role

Our Client, a leading competitior in the energy space is seeking a full-time Controller or Accounting Manager to join our Finance team and play a crucial part in developing and managing core workflows and accounting systems at the company. The role will be responsible for day-to-day accounting activity and managing the month end close process, including revenue and expense accruals, balance sheet management, and reconciliations, as well as preparing financial reporting deliverables. Additionally, the role will support timely completion and assistance with quarterly and annual financial reporting as well as other ad hoc projects as assigned, covering accounting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

Perform day-to-day accounting activities

Independently prepare schedules and journal entries in our General Ledger

Utilise accounting tools and financial reporting software to create, maintain and update financial reports

Monitor and review financial and bank statements by establishing internal controls to ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and timely

Manage our accounts payable transactions

Proactively notify team of any accounting/reporting issues or concerns

Analyze, review, and report our realized retail electricity margin by geography and customer segment

Execute accrual calculations to calendarize and recognize billed and unbilled retail electricity revenue

Review and validate settlement data and invoices to calculate and journal cost and expense accruals

Evaluate and report on realized margin by geography and customer segments

Utilize accounting tools and financial reporting software to create, maintain and execute the monthly close process within clearly-defined time frames

Develop and manage a month end close checklist that includes required tasks for each financial statement line item with due dates and personnel assignments

Manage our monthly revenue recognition and cost accruals

Refine and/or create month end close reconciliations and other required month end close documentation

Ensure new processes and policies are designed to allow for accurate accounting and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP

Establish an organized approach for maintaining month end close documentation

Assist with the preparation of unaudited and audited financial statements in compliance with GAAP and relevant reporting requirements

Compile financial statements and footnote schedules, providing data requests to external auditors, and providing substantial support for audit selections

Assist with identifying and researching technical accounting and reporting matters, accounting principles and financial reporting rules

Document accounting policies and procedures

Keep abreast of and apply GAAP and relative company policies, practices, and procedures

Keep senior management informed about potential changes in accounting rules being proposed by accounting standard setters, including the potential impact to financial statements

Collaborate with and respond to ad hoc requests from key stakeholders within the organisation

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

CPA and / or Master's in accounting is preferred

4+ years of experience across public and private accounting

Experience in energy fields is required with understanding of retail electricity preferred

Fluent understanding of GAAP and accounting methodologies

Demonstrated ability analyzing data and documents to define accounting treatment

Excellent communication skills, and ability to articulate financial information clearly

Highly organized and detail oriented, able to manage various records and processes

Ability to anticipate future challenges, take initiatives, and drive innovative solutions

Continuous improvement mindset

Commitment to the highest standards of quality and integrity

Proficiency with accounting tools including Quickbooks Online and accounting systems

Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel for financial and analytical computations

Highly motivated about our mission to run the grid on clean energy 24/7

Benefits

Base salary of $100,000-$160,000 plus equity

Group medical and dental insurance

401k

Flexible vacation/PTO policy

Flexible work model (NYC office with fully remote candidates welcome)

Job Title: Tax Manager
Location: Rochester, NY (On-site)
Compensation: $150,000 - $160,000 (Base + Bonus)

About the Role:
Our client is currently seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team in Rochester, NY. This is a full-time, in-office position ideal for a seasoned professional looking to take the next step in their tax career. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tax planning and compliance for individuals and businesses, as well as a strong leadership mindset to help mentor junior staff and manage client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations

Provide strategic tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses

Manage client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact for tax-related matters

Lead, mentor, and develop junior tax staff

Stay current on tax law changes and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations

Identify and implement tax-saving strategies for clients

Assist with IRS and state audits, inquiries, and notices

Qualifications:

CPA designation required

7+ years of public accounting experience, with a focus on tax

Prior experience in a management or supervisory role

Strong technical tax knowledge and research skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a professional office setting

Whats on Offer:

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus with Benefits