Senior Accountant/Controller

Who We Are: 

Bluewater provides comprehensive and innovative solutions for managing the lifecycle of large format lithium-ion batteries and utility scale solar panels. As a startup committed to further developing a circular economy, we innovate in the reuse, recycling, and resale of EV, e-mobility, material handling equipment, and energy storage technologies to promote sustainability and resource efficiency. We’re on an exciting mission to reduce inefficiencies and enable a secondary marketplace for renewable energy equipment. 

Job Description: 

As a Senior Accountant with a focus on job costing, you will be responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and job cost accounting processes. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of job cost tracking, project cost analysis, and providing financial insights to support strategic business decisions. This role requires someone with a strong understanding of general accounting principles, job costing methodologies, and the ability to work cross-functionally with project managers and other departments. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Process invoices, ensure timely payments, and manage accounts receivable, ensuring all payments are collected and applied appropriately. 

Bank Reconciliations:

• Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are recorded accurately. 

Month-End Close & Reporting:  

• Keep the Rolling Forecast up to date. 
• Calculate and maintain commission schedules. 
• Month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and schedules of job cost accounts and all balance sheet accounts. 
• Prepare and review financial statements with a focus on job costing and project profitability. 
• Computation, reconciliation and provision of Sales Tax. 
• Ensure all financial data is accurately reported in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. 
• Weekly reports to management. 

Job Costing & Financial Analysis: 

• Manage and maintain the job cost accounting system, ensuring all costs are accurately recorded and allocated to the correct projects. 
• Analyze project costs, track variances, and prepare detailed job cost reports for management review. 
• Monitor project budgets, analyze discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions to project managers and leadership. 
• Review vendor invoices and purchase orders related to specific projects. 

Collaboration with Project Management: 

• Work closely with project managers to ensure job costs are aligned with project timelines and budgets. 
• Assist in forecasting future costs and ensuring job profitability throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Provide insights and analysis to support decision-making for ongoing and upcoming projects. 

Process Improvement: 

• Ensure proper internal controls are in place to safeguard financial data and prevent errors or fraud. 
• Continuously evaluate accounting processes for efficiencies and recommend improvements to enhance accuracy and effectiveness. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in accounting, with a focus on job costing or project accounting. 
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, job costing methodologies, and financial analysis. 
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments. 
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and tax regulations. 
• Strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the ability to analyze and interpret financial data. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

Why Bluewater Battery Logistics? 

• Competitive base salary. 
• Flexible paid time off policy. 
• Opportunity for rapid career growth, and the ability to have a real impact. 
• Health benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance are 100% paid for employees. 
• Team-oriented workplace: Bluewater has a team-first ethos. We work together toward a common goal and take pride in our collective and individual successes. You will be surrounded by passionate team members who are motivated to succeed. 
• Be part of something big: When you join the Bluewater team, you’ll be a first mover in an exciting time in the company’s life cycle. Your input will help form and shape the company. Your work will have an impact for years to come. 

Additional Information 

• Location: Santa Barbara, CA. 
• This is an in-person role.