Senior Revenue Accountant

Location

This position will be based in Charlotte, NC. 

Reporting

This position will report to the Director, Revenue & Financial Reporting.

Summary of Role 

This role will be critical to the success of our accounting function. The position will be responsible for revenue related processes and technical accounting, including assisting with the valuation of unconsolidated investees. The responsibilities will be focused on revenue recognition for all product lines at the company, including month end revenue reporting. The position will also assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, as well as the preparation of the Company’s quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements. We are looking for someone with a strong accounting background, and a keen eye for detail, who is excited to make an impact, add value, and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced, ever-growing environment.

Strategic & Tactical

• Own end-to-end revenue accounting processes, including model validation, close, reporting, and audit support, serving as the primary point of contact for all revenue-related matters
• Ensure proper accounting for revenue arrangements, including detailed analysis of complex financial models. As part of this responsibility, the following are critical items that will need to be completed:
  • Review and documentation of key assumptions used in financial models
  • Preparation of process documentation of all revenue arrangements
  • Preparation of internal revenue models used for valuation
  • Cash reconciliation process
  • Customer risk review
• Perform detailed variance analysis on revenue, cash, and key drivers, and investigate discrepancies across models, sub-ledgers, and the general ledger
• Collaborate with various internal teams to develop and implement policies for recognizing revenue from renewable energy projects, adhering to ASC 606
• Drive month-end close processes for timely and accurate reporting, including:
  • Preparation of reconciliations and other close items as necessary
  • Preparation of revenue accruals and estimates
  • Preparation of fund accruals and estimates
• Own and enhance key controls over revenue recognition, ensuring audit readiness throughout the year and proactively addressing control gaps
• Document relevant technical accounting matters, including analysis of new business initiatives
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes, with a focus on leveraging industry-specific software and tools
• Design and implement scalable processes to support growth in transaction volume and complexity across revenue streams
• Partner on initiatives to improve the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting, including the implementation of new accounting standards and systems
• Assist with the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry-specific standards
• Support in the preparation and support of external audits, including the documentation and testing of key controls
• Collaborate or own special projects as necessary
• Serve as liaison between accounting and finance teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or equivalent required
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with exposure to financial modeling
• Capable of succeeding in a fast-paced environment; ability to work comfortably with senior management
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office knowledge and skills
• Strong understanding of GAAP accounting principles
• High degree of attention to detail and analytic abilities
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Familiar with systems similar to our tech stack, which includes NetSuite, Adaptive, Google suite of products and more