Accounting & Consolidation Senior Manager

ACCIONA Construcción•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Senior Accounting & Consolidations Manager to lead its Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Treasury functions. This role reports to the CFO and is responsible for overseeing financial close and reporting, general ledger accounting, consolidations, cash management, and internal controls. The goal is to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial operations. The position will collaborate closely with FP&A, Finance, and other business functions to enhance financial processes and drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
10+ years of general accounting experience, with an emphasis on corporate accounting, and strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
Experience managing monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, consolidated financial reporting, general ledger accounting, accounts payable, treasury, and cash management.
Hands-on SAP experience and strong proficiency in ERP systems.
3–5 years of people management experience, with the ability to lead, develop, and motivate a high-performing team.
Proven ability to assess financial risks, strengthen internal controls, and implement technology-driven improvements.
Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment, handle confidential information professionally, and build effective relationships across diverse teams.

Nice To Haves

Renewable energy experience, particularly in project accounting, wind and solar assets, and tax equity structures preferred.
Experience working within a European or international organization highly preferred.
CPA certification and public accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and review procedures.
Oversee general ledger and corporate accounting activities, including intercompany transactions, fixed assets, lease accounting, and tax equity structures.
Oversee the preparation and review of parent-company and consolidated financial statements, management reports, and financial analyses, including budget-to-actual variance explanations.
Research and apply relevant accounting standards under U.S. GAAP and IFRS, as applicable, to support accurate and consistent financial reporting.
Develop and maintain accounting, AP, and treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Oversee accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor onboarding, payment runs, payment approvals, and controls over vendor banking information and disbursements.
Manage treasury and cash management activities, including cash positioning, forecasting, liquidity planning, banking relationships, bank account administration, and coordination of funding requirements, capital contributions, and intercompany funding with the CFO and relevant business partners.
Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, project-based reporting, and financial analysis to support business planning and decision-making.
Coordinate internal, external, and tax audits, including the preparation and review of audit schedules and responses to auditor requests.
Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment.
Drive process improvements, automation, ERP development, and adoption of technology and AI-enabled tools to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
HSA company contributions
FSA options
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
life insurance
disability coverage
paid parental leave
other optional plans
15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service)
9 public holidays
2 flexible holidays
$50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment