Senior Project Controller

Are you ready to rise to the challenge of climate change with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing pioneering energy storage technologies to enable the electric grid to run on 100% renewable energy, every day of the year.

Supported by leading investors such as Breakthrough Energy Ventures, ArcelorMittal, TPG Rise, MIT’s The Engine, and others, we share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage is the key to enable tomorrow’s zero carbon electric grid. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, we are deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We need talented, hardworking individuals who share our goal of tackling the challenge of climate change. Do you want to work with us today to build a better tomorrow? 

Role Description

As an Associate of Financial Operations at Form Energy you will play a critical role in supporting financial operations and administering critical grant programs.  This includes construction and scaling of Form’s factory in Weirton, WV and expanding to support any future grants or future business operations. This role reports into our Senior Manager of Financial Operations, and as part of our Financial Operations team, you will contribute to the success of Form’s current and future operations by working closely with internal and external partners to ensure compliance within established guidelines and controls.  You will be responsible for implementing process changes, training stakeholders, and driving timely collection of incentive funding. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

This opportunity is based out of Form Energy's Eighty Four, PA facility. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:

• Ensure financial operations, processes, and  support government and other agency requirements for grant/incentive compliance.

• Work with internal accounts payable team, vendors, legal, and project managers to design, implement, and monitor internal controls and ensure our internal process supports compliance with established grant guidelines and standards.

• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including contractors and public agencies  to enable successful project completion.

• Proactively drive to adherence of contract timelines and standards.

• Monitor agreements with vendors, contractors, and subcontractors for compliance with established standards.

• Ensure all project costs and invoices comply with contract terms and specific incentive requirements.

• Compile and organize project updates, financials, and schedules.

• Report cash flow impact of grant and incentive reimbursements to senior leadership.

• Support leadership with analysis  and negotiation of future incentive agreements.

• Support development of construction invoicing standards and process controls.  Communicate changes and train stakeholders as required.

• Partner with legal to ensure contract language supports the most efficient financial operations process.

What you'll bring:

• At least 5  years of experience in operations finance, audit, or accounting.  Experience with construction finance preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, audit, and compliance (e.g.: skillset) 

• CPA or MBA  preferred. 

• Excellent communication and organizational skills 

• Microsoft Excel skills required, Oracle ERP experience preferred.

• Construction experience is preferred.

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. 

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. 

To build a clean and equitable energy future, we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer,