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<p><strong>ABOUT AVANTUS</strong></p>
<p>Avantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. Our development pipeline represents one of the nation's largest portfolios of solar with integrated storage, capable of providing dispatchable power to 17 million Americans, day and night. With over a decade of industry leadership and strategic investment from KKR and EIG, Avantus delivers affordable, reliable clean energy solutions that meet America’s growing energy demand.</p>
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<p><strong>ABOUT THE POSITION</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Body">We are seeking a detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, GAAP-compliant financial statement preparation, and multi-entity consolidations. In this role, you will serve as a key contributor to cross-functional collaboration — partnering with Accounts Payable and Treasury on cash disbursement processes while supporting both internal and external audit activities. This is an opportunity for a proactive accounting professional to drive meaningful impact by identifying efficiencies, enhancing internal controls, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial data across a dynamic, project-driven organization. This role reports </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Body">to the Man</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Body">a</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="Body">ger, General Accounting.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":4278190080,"335559737":0,"335559739":200,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":270,"335559740":300}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Manage duties that support general accounting goals and priorities. </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and record journal entries, including quarterly accruals</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Assists with all aspects of accounting and preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Reviews financial data for accuracy, identifies problems and supports day-to-day operations.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ability to research and reconcile discrepancies and verify documents in accordance with accounting procedures and policies.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Proactively work on initiatives to implement operational accounting efficiencies through process improvements and control enhancements.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Assist in providing audit support to internal and external auditors.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Manage accounts payable transactions and manage priorities related to the cash disbursement process through collaboration with the Accounts Payable accountant and Treasury department.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="15" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Other duties as assigned.<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":270,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":270,"335559740":300}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">BA/BS in Accounting, with an MBA or CPA preferred</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">4+ years of experience in accounting, out of which a minimum of 2 years in public accounting or at a public company (Preferred)</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Knowledge of GAAP practices and processes</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Familiarity with project level accounting, quarterly accruals, consolidations, and multi-entity structures.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Excellent written and oral communication skills.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Proficiency with Microsoft Excel</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while adapting quickly to maintain deadlines.</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="16" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and internal customers.<span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559737":0,"335559740":240}">NICE TO HAVES</span></strong></p>
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<li>Experience in renewable energy accounting (Preferred)</li>
<li>Experience with Sage Intacct (Preferred)</li>
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<p>#LI-Hybrid</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><em data-stringify-type="italic">Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching</em>;<em data-stringify-type="italic"> comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer.</em><br><br>The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.<br></span></p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$99,315</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$116,841 USD</span></div></div></div>
Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Dental Insurance
- Unlimited Vacation
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Matching
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