VP of Accounting

Calibrant Energy

21h

About The Position

We are seeking a Vice President of Accounting to build and scale the accounting and financial reporting function for a high-growth, sponsor-backed energy platform. The VP of Accounting will have full ownership of the accounting and financial reporting function, including audit, internal controls, and financial systems. This is a strategic leadership role. The VP of Accounting will be responsible for integrating accounting with Asset Management and Project Finance, and establishing the systems, processes, and reporting infrastructure required to support the company’s next phase of growth. The platform is actively deploying capital across battery energy storage (BESS) solutions supporting data centers and large C&I customers, requiring a finance function that can operate with institutional rigor while supporting complex, project-based investments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller role
Hands-on ERP experience (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, SyteLine, or similar)
Proven leadership and communication skills
Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
Understands project-based economics (construction, capex tracking, ITC, etc.)
Can interface with auditors, lenders, and tax equity investors without flinching
Demonstrates the ability to understand complexity and translate it into structured, efficient systems and processes

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred
Prior experience in infrastructure, renewable energy, manufacturing, or project-based environments strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close process in accordance with US GAAP
Prepare and review financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Coordinate with external auditors and manage the audit process
Oversee regulatory filings and tax compliance (federal, state, sales & use, and property)
Oversee and drive all core accounting functions, including A/P, A/R, and general ledger
Establish and maintain a robust internal control environment and formalized accounting policies
Own accounting treatment for fixed assets, project cost tracking, and capitalization across a project-based portfolio
Partner with CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Provide cost tracking and reporting for project-based investments
Support treasury function with cash flow reporting and liquidity analysis
Own accounting systems and drive automation and ERP utilization
Streamline accounting workflows and support scalability through best practices
Manage and mentor a growing accounting team
Coordinate with cross-functional leaders (project finance, asset management, legal)
Lead integration across Accounting, Project Finance, and Asset Management to create a unified financial operating model
Design and implement systems (NetSuite, NSPB, reporting frameworks) that move the organization from reactive to institutional-grade
Establish and maintain a disciplined, predictable audit and reporting cadence that meets sponsor, lender, and investor expectations
Partner directly with the CFO on debt raises, tax equity, and investor reporting, ensuring alignment between accounting, reporting, and deal structuring
Develop processes and reporting frameworks capable of supporting rapid deployment across a complex, capital-intensive portfolio