Senior Accounting Manager, Asset Management

Who We Are 
CleanCapital is a diversified clean energy company focused on the middle-market solar and storage industry. Mission-driven to mitigate the climate crisis, CleanCapital leads the energy transition with strategic investments in early-stage, new construction, and operating renewables projects and development partners. To date, the company has invested $1 billion in projects and companies, including the acquisition of BQ Energy, a national leader in landfill and brownfield renewable energy development. The company has successfully acquired and managed over 230 operating and new construction projects in 26 states and one U.S. territory, totaling 460 MW. 

Location of Position 

This position is a fully remote position, with a hybrid work schedule of 2 in-office days highly encouraged if located near our NYC or Buffalo office locations. 

What We Offer 

Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals 

Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture 

Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader 

100% paid for single and family benefits plus 401k matching program 

The range for this position is {$129,413-$175,088} plus an annual performance-based bonus 
 

Our Commitment to Diversity 
CleanCapital is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workforce reflective of our community while also valuing each person’s unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CleanCapital does not discriminate against any individual’s race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or nationality and is committed to promoting a more just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions.  

Position Summary 

The Sr. Accounting Manager position is a key player within the asset management vertical and involves a multitude of accounting and finance responsibilities in all areas of financial accounting, reporting, year-end audits, and budget activities for the distributed generation power projects across the CleanCapital portfolio.  

Core Responsibilities 

• Reports to the Sr. Director, Controller. 

• Manage staff accountants who perform multiple supporting roles for the senior accountants and accounting managers including posting cash transactions, bank reconciliations, accounts receivable invoicing, accounts receivable collections. 

• Manages the monthly and quarterly close process in accordance with our timeline, reviews portfolio-level financial statements for distributed solar and battery storage portfolios which may include projects in development, projects in construction and/or operating projects, including preparation of balance sheet reconciliations, posting of journal entries, etc. 

• Ensure accuracy of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices). 

• Review budget vs. actual reporting with variances in accordance with our close timeline. Ensure the team is working closely with Technical Asset Managers to understand performance issues causing variances against budget.  

• Ensure debt and/or tax equity and other financings’ compliance requirements are met in an accurate and timely manner. 

• Assist with the formulation and standardization of internal controls and policies to comply with best practices and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices). 

• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions of the solar projects. 

• Manage the standardization of the posting of monthly, quarterly, and annual general journal entries. 

• Manage onboarding new portfolios in compliance with our policies and procedures. 

• Manage quarterly distribution calculations in accordance with our process and timeline for all operating portfolios. 

• Manage the monitoring of all aged A/R and work with cross functional teams to resolve any issues. 

• Prepare work papers to support year end audits. 

• Ensure audit and tax filings for various portfolios are completed on time. 

• Responsible for review and delivery of annual budgets. 

• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions to optimize current processes. 

• Job description may evolve over time.  

• Other duties as assigned.  

• Occasional travel expected. 

Education Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required. CPA required.  

Technical Skills and Experience