Manager, Corporate Accounting

New Energy Equity•Annapolis, MD

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

New Energy Equity is seeking an accounting leader to oversee accounting operations, monthly close activities, financial reporting, internal controls, and staff development. The role partners with departments across New Energy Equity and its subsidiaries to ensure accurate transaction recording, timely financial reporting, and accounting processes that evolve with the business. The Manager reports directly to the Controller and is expected to work in the Annapolis, Maryland office 2–3 days per week under a hybrid schedule. The position includes oversight and development of accounting staff, collaboration across legal entities and departments, and partnership with management and business stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role also supports audits, applies GAAP to complex transactions, oversees inventory accounting, and leads process improvements and cross-functional projects. New Energy Equity develops solar projects and clean-energy investments and describes teamwork, continuous learning, environmental stewardship, and professional development as features of its workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. The stated annual compensation range is $100,000–$120,000, encompassing base pay and potential incentive target opportunity. The position may qualify for a benefits package that includes retirement benefits, medical, dental and vision coverage, health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance and disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, voluntary benefits, and paid absences.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting, corporate accounting, or a combination of both.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
Strong technical accounting knowledge.
Advanced Excel skills.
Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to partner effectively with management and business stakeholders.
Ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement practical solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship or takeover of sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation.
Experience with NetSuite, financial reporting, and online banking platforms.
Experience applying GAAP to complex transactions and supporting audits.

Responsibilities

Oversee and develop accounting staff across the accounting function.
Collaborate across multiple legal entities and departments, and partner with management and business stakeholders.
Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations prepared by staff.
Provide guidance on accounting treatment for complex transactions and business activities.
Respond to accounting inquiries from management and business partners.
Review revenue recognition activities for proper timing and compliance with company policy.
Review financial reporting schedules for management.
Coordinate and support annual financial statement and internal audits by providing documentation and responding to auditor requests.
Lead and develop accounting team members through training, review, and feedback.
Perform ad hoc accounting analyses and special projects.
Oversee inventory transactions and inventory accounting processes, including reconciliations, variance analysis, and periodic audits.
Coordinate and participate in monthly close activities across New Energy Equity and its subsidiaries.
Review and approve complex account reconciliations, monitor close schedules, and ensure deadlines are met.
Assist with preparing and reviewing monthly financial statements and reporting packages.
Perform and review variance analysis of actual results against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
Identify and resolve accounting issues affecting the monthly close process.
Review project accounting and work-in-progress reporting activities where applicable.
Ensure internal control procedures operate effectively and identify areas for improvement.
Develop and maintain advanced Excel models and reporting tools for business analysis and decision-making.
Research and document technical accounting matters and GAAP application.
Assist with implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of accounting systems and reporting processes.
Lead cross-functional projects involving accounting, finance, and operational teams.
Identify opportunities to improve departmental processes, controls, and reporting capabilities.
Prioritize workload and plan resources to achieve department deadlines and objectives.