Staff Accountant - Financial Accounting

Greenbacker Administration•Portland, ME

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Advancing energy transition with purpose! Founded in 2011 with the goal of empowering investors to participate in the Clean Energy Transition, Greenbacker Renewables is an investment manager and independent power producer with years of proven experience and deep industry relationships. We are committed to delivering results for our partners, people, and our planet! We have a temporary need for an Accountant working a hybrid schedule in our Portland, Maine office for a 6-month duration (with the opportunity for extension dependent upon business needs). Greenbacker is driven by mission and guided by impact. Develop your career in a fast-paced hands-on role and be a part of our journey. See our position details below.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
Highly motivated, results-oriented, and a strong sense of ownership.
Strong commitment to accuracy and “right first time” approach to all work.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to meet all responsibilities, deadlines, and commitments of the position while working on a remote or hybrid work schedule.

Nice To Haves

2 to 3 years of experience in accounting is preferred.
Proficiency with Oracle ERP or similar accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) is preferred.
Exposure to financial institutions (i.e. commercial lending) is a plus.
Familiarity with data processing tools such as SQL, Power BI, or Python, and treasury software such as G-Treasury is a plus.
Participation in the buildout of scalable processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Account for new debt financing and interest rate swap arrangements, including their recognition in the Company’s financial statements in accordance with US GAAP.
Assist with month, quarter, and year-end close procedures related to the Company’s financing arrangements and interest rate swaps, including preparing and maintaining work papers and documents supporting the trial balance.
Reviewing and understanding various financing agreements related to the Company’s financing activities.
Assist with the satisfaction of requests from external auditors in fulfillment of the year-end financial statement audit process.
Collaborating with colleagues to ensure accounting procedures comply with US GAAP and internal controls are followed.
Assisting with cross-department projects, and other ad hoc initiatives.
Maintaining organization and seizing opportunities to improve efficiency and work quality in a constantly growing and changing landscape.