Accounting Manager, Development

About Arevon

Arevon is a U.S. energy leader committed to powering America with affordable, reliable, and secure homegrown energy. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, and with a regional office in New York City, the company’s experienced and dedicated staff develops, finances, builds, owns, and operates renewable energy projects nationwide. With a strong track record in utility-scale solar and energy storage, Arevon is a trusted partner to utilities and businesses seeking cost-effective, sustainable energy solutions. By prioritizing American manufacturing and domestic energy production, the company invests in U.S. jobs, strengthens local economies, and advances the country’s energy independence.

 

The Position

Arevon is recruiting for the position of Development Accounting Manager, an outstanding opportunity for individuals seeking an exciting, high-growth work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. This critical position will report to the Director of Development Accounting.

The Accounting Manger will oversee a team of accounting professionals responsible for the management and recordkeeping of multiple development & construction-stage utility-scale renewable energy projects (solar, solar plus storage, and stand-alone storage). The ideal candidate has a verifiable track record of demonstrated successes and is willing to coach and mentor junior colleagues. This person has strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional, diverse teams. In addition, this candidate should thrive in an environment that requires flexibility and adaptation to shifting demands and moving timelines. Strengths include organization, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines for internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Financial leadership: Provide strategic financial guidance and direction to the organization, helping to drive sound financial decision-making.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes continuous improvement.
• Accounting Close: Manage the month end, quarterly and annual close process including consolidation of all legal entities, managing inter-company transactions and eliminations.
• Financial Reporting: Ensure underlying accounting records are maintained and unaudited financial statements are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), company policies and relevant regulations.
• Construction draw management: Act as a liaison between various internal departments, as well as external parties, to ensure all construction invoices are paid in a timely manner via monthly construction draws.
• Spend-to-date tracking: Review monthly cash spend of projects through the construction period.
• Audit and Compliance: Manage external annual audits with mid-size firm.
• Technical Accounting: Responsible for complex tax and lender equity requirements as it relates to structuring, accounting and cash management forecasting.
• Budgeting: Work interdepartmentally with finance and development teams to ensure accurate project budgets and forecasts are produced and maintained. 
• Process improvements: Continuously improve accounting processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with controls, corporate policies, and statutory requirements in areas of responsibility.

Required Qualifications

• 4-year degree from an accredited university in accounting or finance. Other education will be considered with adequate and applicable experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience within an accounting department and/or public accounting firm.
• Able to work from the office in Scottsdale, AZ Tuesday-Thursday.
• Strong knowledgeable of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting procedures.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and prioritize tasks effectively and work efficiently.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and associated products (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and Power BI).
• Passion for clean energy and a genuine commitment to driving positive environmental change.

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