Manager, Portfolio Accounting

This team is a savvy bunch who handle the core accounting & finance responsibilities within our client’s organization. As a member of this company, you know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end-to-end. You’ll advise on financial reports required by governmental regulations, and you’ll review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary reports—and all this sounds like fun to you. Every day’s a new challenge, and you’re continually looking for ways to help them get better at what they do, in the most efficient way possible. A team player at heart, you collaborate with leadership, advocate best practices, and roll up your sleeves to pitch in when it’s all hands on deck. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support business objectives.

This organization is arguably the best when it comes to driving innovation for renewable power generation, energy finance, and environmentally conscious community programs. It operates every step of its business—from development and construction through deployment—which empowers individuals to live sustainably while paying less. As the Manager of Portfolio Accounting, you’d be joining a diverse group of uniquely talented professionals with renewable energy and technology expertise that’s supported by incredibly strong leadership. This position reports directly to the company’s VP & Controller.

Responsibilities

  • Manage accounting & finance related functions for all legal entities in a robust portfolio of energy assets.
  • Ensure IFRS & GAAP Financial Reporting at the Portfolio level, and ensure compliance with Tax Equity, Lenders, and Parent-level reporting.
  • Conduct Portfolio-level analysis, comparing actual results to prior year and budget.
  • Coordinate with the Commercial Asset Management and Operations & Maintenance teams on the company’s operational activities.
  • Document and record Portfolio-level transactions based on relevant legal documents (e.g. debt agreements, purchase & sales contracts, and joint venture agreements).
  • Oversee cash management of Portfolio Accountants and maintain tracking schedule of priority payments such as tax, insurance, distributions, and inter-company settlements.
  • Provide Tax support, assist in the preparation of HLBV & tax returns.
  • Understand all major contracts for portfolios and the related accounting considerations.
  • Oversee accounting support for budgets, tracking models, etc.
  • Ability to adapt to ever-changing processes and requests while maintaining a positive and contagious spirit.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

  • 5+ years of relevant work experience in a public & corporate accounting setting.
  • BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • Broad knowledge of accounting principals and practices (GAAP), financial policies/procedures, and internal controls.
  • Ability to comfortably interact with senior-level client personnel, including supporting the preparation of and participating in executive briefings.
  • Ability to manage, review, and mentor a growing team of accountants.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Big Four Public Accounting Experience a plus.
  • CPA/CA license or equivalent.
  • Experience in a Renewable Energy, Commercial Real Estate, or Technology environment is a plus.
  • High degree of responsibility and initiative with the desire to advance beyond this position.

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