Operational and Technical Accounting

Intersect

2d • $185,000 - $195,000 • Remote

About The Position

As part of Intersect’s Corporate Finance team, you’ll help ensure the accuracy, integrity, and scalability of financial operations while shaping how accounting supports a growing energy portfolio. This role blends operational leadership with deep technical accounting expertise, enabling strong financial reporting, efficient close processes, and well-supported business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 5–7+ years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in Big 4 public accounting (audit)
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and experience with SOX compliance
• Experience managing accounting processes and delivering accurate, timely results
• Ability to independently research complex accounting issues and clearly document conclusions
• Experience working with G-Suite and strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, SUMIF, VLOOKUP)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment
• A collaborative, detail-oriented mindset and a drive to continuously improve processes and outcomes will help you succeed

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with accounting systems such as Sage Intacct is helpful
• Experience in the energy industry is helpful
• CPA or Master’s degree in Accounting is helpful

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger and settlements activities across the energy portfolio, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data
• Drive improvements to the month-end close process to enable faster, more reliable reporting
• Evaluate and enhance accounting systems and workflows, leveraging automation and technology to increase efficiency
• Perform and oversee internal controls to support compliance and reporting integrity
• Mentor, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and accountable environment
• Provide performance management, training, and ongoing development opportunities
• Continuously assess team structure and responsibilities to align with evolving business needs
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support organizational goals and ensure alignment on financial processes
• Lead and contribute to ad hoc projects that support business growth and operational improvements
• Serve as a subject matter expert on US GAAP, researching and applying guidance to complex and non-standard transactions
• Lead technical accounting analyses across areas such as revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, leases, consolidations, and impairments
• Prepare clear, well-documented accounting memos and conclusions for internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor and update accounting policies to ensure compliance with evolving standards and internal control requirements
• Support the annual audit process and external reporting requirements

Benefits

• 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
• Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
• Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
• Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
• 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
• $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup and free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees