Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & General Ledger
Lead and manage the full month-end and year-end financial close processes.
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Perform meticulous balance sheet reconciliations and manage general ledger activities.
Coordinate quarterly and annual corporate financial audit activities with external auditors.
Daily Operational Accounting
Oversee all daily functions including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and payroll coordination.
Manage hardware inventory tracking, project cost tracking, and capital expenditure (CapEx) categorization for engineering projects.
Monitor, forecast, and report on real-time cash flow requirements.
Controls, Systems, & Compliance
Develop, implement, and enforce internal accounting policies, controls, and procedures.
Support the evaluation, sourcing, and deployment of a scalable Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
Ensure strict compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, keeping current on clean energy tax credits and policies.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a hardware, manufacturing, or renewable energy startup environment.
1-2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to mentor staff.
Deep working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting principles, and cost accounting.
Technical Skills
High proficiency with modern cloud accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
Direct experience working with mid-to-enterprise level ERP systems.
Familiarity with inventory management and cost control systems.
Core Competencies
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Comfort working independently in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
Strong attention to detail and a high degree of integrity.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or on a CPA track.
Experience handling tax compliance related to clean energy policies or hardware manufacturing.
