Brilliant Staffing
36585 | Controller
Brilliant Staffing, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
ControllerRenewable Energy$200,000+ DOE
A growing, Chicago-based renewable energy firm is seeking a
Controller
to lead the financial operations of its expanding portfolio of renewable energy projects. This role offers an opportunity to join an industry-leading firm. As Corporate Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading initiatives to improve accounting policies and processes.within a highly collaborative and dynamic team.
Responsibilities:Lead accounting functions, including general ledger, revenue recognition, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.Ensure timely and accurate monthly and annual financial close, including reconciliations, in accordance with GAAP.Collaborate with the project finance team, lenders, and investors on capital raises and financing activities.Partner with Operations to ensure accurate accounting across project lifecycles, including development, construction, and operations.Oversee intercompany eliminations and consolidated reporting for multiple subsidiaries, supporting audit and tax requirements.Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate audit processes and achieve favorable outcomes.Manage corporate income tax compliance and work with external tax preparers to ensure accurate, optimized tax reporting.Prepare cash forecasts and capital budgeting analyses, working closely with cross-functional teams.Collaborate on LLC formation and tracking with development teams and legal advisors.Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to foster growth and high performance.Implement and standardize accounting policies and procedures to meet required standards.Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancements to the NetSuite ERP system.Analyze financial data to identify trends, answer questions, and contribute to strategic decision-making.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting required;CPA and public accounting experience preferred.10+ years of accounting experience, ideally with exposure to renewable energy, construction, or manufacturing (job costing & POC).Experience with NetSuite ERP. experience with ERP implementations is a plus.Ability to strengthen internal controls and identify process improvement opportunities.
ControllerRenewable Energy$200,000+ DOE
A growing, Chicago-based renewable energy firm is seeking a
Controller
to lead the financial operations of its expanding portfolio of renewable energy projects. This role offers an opportunity to join an industry-leading firm. As Corporate Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading initiatives to improve accounting policies and processes.within a highly collaborative and dynamic team.
Responsibilities:Lead accounting functions, including general ledger, revenue recognition, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.Ensure timely and accurate monthly and annual financial close, including reconciliations, in accordance with GAAP.Collaborate with the project finance team, lenders, and investors on capital raises and financing activities.Partner with Operations to ensure accurate accounting across project lifecycles, including development, construction, and operations.Oversee intercompany eliminations and consolidated reporting for multiple subsidiaries, supporting audit and tax requirements.Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate audit processes and achieve favorable outcomes.Manage corporate income tax compliance and work with external tax preparers to ensure accurate, optimized tax reporting.Prepare cash forecasts and capital budgeting analyses, working closely with cross-functional teams.Collaborate on LLC formation and tracking with development teams and legal advisors.Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to foster growth and high performance.Implement and standardize accounting policies and procedures to meet required standards.Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including enhancements to the NetSuite ERP system.Analyze financial data to identify trends, answer questions, and contribute to strategic decision-making.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Accounting required;CPA and public accounting experience preferred.10+ years of accounting experience, ideally with exposure to renewable energy, construction, or manufacturing (job costing & POC).Experience with NetSuite ERP. experience with ERP implementations is a plus.Ability to strengthen internal controls and identify process improvement opportunities.