Senior Manager, Accounting / Controller

Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority • Sunnyvale, CA

3d • $152,651 - $205,027 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Manager of Accounting is responsible for overseeing SVCE’s accounting operations, financial reporting, audit coordination, internal control framework, and payroll accounting activities in support of accurate, compliant, and timely financial management. This role partners closely with SVCE’s accounting vendor, Finance leadership, HR, and internal stakeholders to ensure reliable financial information, effective processes, and continuity of financial operations. The position supports SVCE’s mission by safeguarding public resources and promoting sound fiscal stewardship.

Receives general direction from the Chief Financial Officer. Provides leadership, direction, and oversight to assigned staff, vendors, consultants, or cross-functional partners as needed.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, audit practices, internal controls, and public-sector accounting standards, including GASB.
• Ability to oversee complex accounting operations, evaluate financial processes, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions that strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Skill in using accounting, payroll, financial reporting, spreadsheet, and related technology systems to manage data, reporting, reconciliations, payment workflows, and payroll accounting activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information, policies, and control requirements clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively with internal teams, external auditors, vendors, and consultants.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible accounting, financial reporting, audit, or financial controls experience.
• 3+ year experience leading, supervising, and developing employees in a people management role
• Experience managing accounting close, reconciliations, financial reporting, audit support, internal controls, or related accounting operations.
• Experience supporting payroll processing, payroll accounting, or related financial controls and reconciliations.
• Proficiency with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting or analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or similar professional certification.
• Experience with public agency, government, utility, energy, or community choice aggregation accounting or financial reporting.
• Experience applying GASB standards and supporting annual financial audits.
• Experience improving accounting systems, payment processes, automation, documentation, or business continuity practices.

Responsibilities

• Manages monthly and annual accounting close processes in partnership with SVCE’s accounting vendor, ensuring timely, accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger integrity.
• Oversees preparation, review, and accuracy of financial statements and related reporting in accordance with applicable accounting standards, including GASB requirements.
• Leads audit coordination, supports external auditors, and ensures timely resolution of audit requests, findings, and compliance matters.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that safeguard assets, support compliance, and promote effective segregation of duties.
• Provides oversight of accounting-related functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bi-weekly payroll processing in partnership with HR, invoicing, payments, banking activities, payroll accounting, and operating cash management.
• Evaluates and improves accounting systems, payment methods, documentation, and workflow processes to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support business continuity.
• Collaborates with Finance, Power Settlements, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure financial operations align with SVCE policies, budget requirements, and organizational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior