Accounting Manager

Overview

This role involves partnering with the finance and operations teams to manage accounting activities including leases, revenue recognition, monthly close processes, and various ad hoc requests. The position requires developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures that support organizational growth and success.

You will report to the VP - Corporate Controller and be part of an 8-member Finance Team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the customer invoicing process, including invoice creation, collections, cash application, and reconciliation
• Utilize automation and AI tools to accelerate month-end close activities such as transaction review, reconciliations, variance analysis, and anomaly detection, aiming to reduce manual effort and shorten close timelines
• Oversee general accounting functions: prepare journal entries, manage inter-company accounting, reconcile accounts, and generate financial reports
• Manage lease accounting in compliance with ASC 842, including accounting for operating and finance leases as lessor and lessee, subleases, lease modifications, and preparing amortization schedules for right-of-use assets and liabilities
• Ensure timely completion of accounting close and financial reporting cycles, including internal deliverables and external reporting requirements
• Assist in preparing federal, state, and local tax returns by providing accurate and timely tax data and documentation
• Calculate, invoice, collect, report, and remit sales and use taxes, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate reporting
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with company policies, US GAAP, and external reporting standards
• Develop and maintain internal controls by documenting policies and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure compliance
• Collaborate closely with Finance team members and other departments to share knowledge, streamline processes, and improve systems and performance

Requirements

• Valid CPA license with a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in public or private sectors
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), especially lease accounting (ASC 842) as both lessor and lessee
• Preferred experience in fleet management, charging management, electric vehicles, or clean energy accounting
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and data analysis tools
• Experience using AI tools within finance or accounting workflows such as transaction review, variance analysis, document analysis, or process automation
• Solid background in cloud accounting; experience with Oracle NetSuite is a plus
• Experience managing accounting workflows for companies with multiple entities or divisions
• Proven track record of deploying and managing new billing system implementations
• Excellent organizational, process management, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and project management
• Strong time management skills to handle multiple deliverables in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $110,000 to $150,000 base, plus bonus eligibility

Location

• This position is remote eligible
• The organization has an office in Washington, DC
• In-office teams collaborate Tuesday through Thursday; remote work is typical on Monday and Friday

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives. There is no discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.