Accounting Manager

Job Posting: Accounting Manager 

Company: SunVest Solar, LLC® 

Location: Chicago, IL 

Type: Full-Time 

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary Discretionary Bonus Comprehensive Benefits 

Are you passionate about renewable energy and eager to have a meaningful impact through your career? SunVest Solar, LLC (“SunVest”) is a rapidly growing, renewable energy platform, headquartered in Chicago with assets across the country. We are expanding our team and seeking an Accounting Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting the Accounting & Finance needs of our growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. As a leader in solar development with a robust project pipeline, SunVest offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to thrive in the dynamic world of renewable energy. 

About SunVest: 

SunVest’s mission is to cultivate access to renewable energy for a sustainable America. We are a rapidly growing leader in renewable energy with expertise across the energy transition value chain, including development, construction, financing, and operations. SunVest is advancing an industry-leading pipeline of nearly 2 gigawatts of development projects, with a growing portfolio of assets under management expected to reach 250 megawatts in 2025. SunVest is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, in the dynamic West Loop neighborhood. For more information, visit www.sunvest.com.  

Position Overview: 

SunVest’s Accounting & Finance team is responsible for preparing and analyzing monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP to report on Company performance.  The Accounting Manager based in our Chicago HQ, you will report directly to the Corporate Controller and work closely with other team members to oversee daily accounting, financial reporting, and audit and tax compliance. Your expertise in accounting will be pivotal to SunVest’s ongoing success, contributing to our sustainable growth strategy and the development of strategic plans for managing and improving renewable energy generation.  This position plays an important role in partnering with Operations to understand project performance and applying the correct accounting.   

Responsibilities: 

• Manage and review accounting entries related to revenue recognition, operating expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing. 

• Assist controller with monthly and annual financial close processes, ensure entries are completed timely and accurately with all supporting reconciliations and in accordance with GAAP. 

• Coordinate with project finance team, lenders and investors to coordinate capital raises. 

• Coordinate with Operations on development projects, active construction and operational assets to ensure proper accounting across the project life cycle. 

• Assist Controller with intercompany eliminations and consolidated reporting across multiple subsidiaries, both for audit and tax purposes. 

• Collaborate with auditors and tax preparer to ensure audit reports and tax returns are filed timely. 

• Assist Controller in the implementation of accounting policy. 

• Manage and mentor junior accounting staff, ensuring efficient processes and accurate financial reporting. 

• Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data. 

• Provide leadership and support to the accounting team, fostering an environment of growth and continuous improvement. 

• Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to required standards. 

• Develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives and workflows, including enhancement to NetSuite ERP system. 

• Answer accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data. 

• Solid analytical skills to identify and communicate trends, develop strategies and solve problems as we continue to grow. 

Required Skills: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting  

• Minimum of 5-8 years of accounting experience required 

• Renewable energy industry experience a plus 

• Construction or manufacturing industry (job cost & POC) experience preferred 

• CPA and public accounting experience preferred 

• Proficient Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word and Excel 

• Exposure to NetSuite ERP a plus including posting journal entries, entering transactions and running reports 

• Excellent organizational skills 

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple requests at one time 

• Solid analytical skills to identify and communicate periodic trends and answer questions. 

SunVest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

The salary range for this role reflects the broad array of factors considered in making compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, licensure, and certifications, as well as other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $120-150K. At SunVest, it is uncommon for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, as compensation decisions are tailored to the specifics of each case. 

We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. We request that recruiters and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this or any other role within the company. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.  

Join SunVest in leading the charge to cultivate access to renewable energy!