Technical Accounting Manager

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:

The Technical Accounting & Reporting Manager plays a key role in SOLV Energy’s finance organization by providing expert technical accounting guidance and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of consolidated financial reporting. This position supports SOLV Energy’s mission to build a sustainable energy future by delivering timely, transparent, and compliant financial information that supports decision-making across our renewable energy EPC and O&M businesses.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a collaborative approach, and the ability to translate complex accounting concepts into actionable business insights.

This role is based full-time in our office in Edison, NJ. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Technical Accounting Leadership

• Research, interpret, and implement new or complex accounting standards (ASC, SEC, and other authoritative guidance).
• Develop accounting position papers and recommendations for transactions related to EPC and O&M contracts, business combinations and other non-routine accounting matters.
• Advise management on accounting implications of new business initiatives, M&A, and financing arrangements.
• Maintain and update the company’s accounting policy manual.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Assist in the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements, footnote disclosures, and management reporting packages.
• Ensure full compliance with U.S. GAAP and SolvEnergy’s internal accounting policies.
• Assist in coordinating external audits, providing supporting schedules, analyses, and technical documentation.
• Adhere to quarterly and year-end reporting timelines in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Support the design, documentation, and execution of key internal controls within the accounting cycle.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline close and reporting processes through automation and system enhancements.
• Partner with IT and Finance Systems teams to ensure reporting accuracy and consistency across ERP and reporting tools.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with FP&A, Project Controls, Tax, Legal, and Operations to assess accounting and reporting impacts of EPC and O&M contracts, cost structures, and financial arrangements.
• Provide accounting guidance during deal structuring, contract negotiation, and project acquisition or divestiture activities.
• Support training and communication to non-accounting teams on accounting policies and financial reporting processes.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or industry experience with complex technical accounting matters.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including revenue recognition (ASC 606), lease accounting (ASC 842), and consolidation principles (ASC 810).
• Prior experience with EPC, construction, or renewable energy industries preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical accounting projects from research through implementation.
• Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.

Core Competencies

• Technical Accounting Expertise
• Strategic Financial Insight
• Collaboration & Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Leadership & Accountability
• Commitment to SolvEnergy’s Core Values: Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Sustainability

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$129,173.00 - $161,467.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

Job Number: J12401

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.