Sr. GL and Financial Reporting Manager

Pine Gate Renewables is a leading renewable energy company focused on project development and strategic financing of solar and storage projects throughout the United States. The company's Pine Gate Impact initiative contributes to multiple non-profit organizations aimed at improving the environment and local communities. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, Pine Gate Renewables made the Inc. 5000 list in 2021, placing at #37 and named to Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies list in 2021. Pine Gate Renewables works every day to achieve its mission to "Get Solar Done." For more information, visit pinegaterenewables.com.

Pine Gate Renewables is seeking a Sr. GL and Financial Reporting Manager to own the oversight of the general ledger and financial accounting/reporting. This role reports directly to the Director of Accounting. The role will be to work on a variety of business needs including project management, ERP system implementations, managing process and resources, process improvements, embracing change and audit preparation. Flexibility, communication, and a willingness to learn and adapt to change are of the highest importance. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, highly analytical, process oriented and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare monthly consolidated financials and management reporting packages. Manage the preparation and review of month-end journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger structure, continuously optimizing accounting processes.
• Assess, research and document appropriate US GAAP treatment for various transactions within the business. Write the company's accounting policies as needed.
• Own implementing and maintaining portions of upstream data systems that impact accuracy of financials.
• Actively support the growth of the business: identify and drive process improvements, complete special projects as needed, and embrace change.
• Oversee the general ledger, consolidated financial reporting, and supporting monthly budget to actuals reporting functions.
• Oversee day-to-day activities, including journal entries, monthly reconciliations, and account analysis, explaining any changes in the accounts.
• Prepare/review monthly financial statements ensuring they accurately reflect the transactions of the organization.
• Help build the Corporate Accounting brand across Pine Gate Renewables by fostering relationships with the functional areas of the business to assist in more accurate consolidating financial reporting and problem-solving abilities.
• Assist with design, implementation, and execution of accounting and financial software implementations.
• Meet expectations and adhere to deadlines.
  
  

Must-Haves

• At least 5-7 years of financial reporting and general ledger experience
• Proficiency with intercompany transactions and eliminations
• Complex Organizational Structures
• ERP Implementation
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Audit Experience
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Working Knowledge of GAAP
• Proficient knowledge and use of automated accounting systems
• Strong communication skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, and General Ledger software
  
  

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related
  
  

Pine Gate Renewables believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, training, and development, giving back to the community, remote work options, dog-friendly offices, and much more. Pine Gate Renewables is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Pine Gate Renewables does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.