We are seeking a Controller to join an award winning renewable energy provider. This individual will play a key role in managing the company's financial operations working with executive leadership for strategic planning to ensure the ongoing financial health of the organization. A CPA is a must for this role as you will manage the overall finance and accounting functions.

The Controller will: 

• Take ownership of accounting, finance, budgets, commercial relationships and contracting.

• Oversee the third-party accounting firm and review all financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and GAAP compliance.

• Direct and manage the annual financial audit.

• Analyze budgets, financial trends and forecasts.

• Work with internal teams to verify the accuracy of invoices.

• Analyze, evaluate and implement alternative customer rate structures, as needed.

• Monitor invoice approvals and processes to ensure that all invoices and wires are thoroughly and appropriately reviewed prior to payment.

• Review and update financial operations, ensuring adequate policies and procedures are in place.

• Present financial metrics for review by credit rating agencies and other financial stakeholders.

• Monitor and ensure effective internal controls are in place to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

• Participate enterprise risk management activities.

• Collaborate with executive leadership and stakeholders to manage and optimize revenue streams and implementing appropriate finance and fiscal spending policies.

• As a member of the leadership team,

• Work closely with and present financial information to the Board of Directors.

• Perform other assigned projects and duties.

To succeed in this role you will need:

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• At least 15 years of experience and demonstrated growth in an accounting/finance function, including 10 years of leadership experience.

• Demonstrated experience developing, reviewing, and updating organization policies and procedures related to internal controls and external compliance.

• Previous experience working with outside auditors.

• Experience within the energy sector, electricity rates, energy pre-pay structures and agreements, and rate setting/forecasting is highly desirable. 
  

• High level of integrity and judgement.

• Previous experience working with governmental agencies is a plus.

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