Senior Manager, Technical Accounting

About HASI
 
HASI is an investor in sustainable infrastructure assets advancing the energy transition. With more than $17 billion in managed assets, our investments are diversified across multiple asset classes, including utility-scale solar, storage, and onshore wind; distributed solar and storage; RNG; and energy efficiency. We combine deep expertise in energy markets and financial structuring with long-standing programmatic client partnerships to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns and measurable environmental benefits. HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Ticker: HASI). For more information, please visit hasi.com.

POSITION SUMMARY  
HASI is seeking a Senior Manager – Technical Accounting to join our accounting team in Annapolis, MD or New York, NY. This role will be responsible for evaluating the appropriate accounting treatment for our investments (equity investments, debt securities, financing receivables, real estate and securitizations) as well as the subsequent accounting for certain complex transactions including research and applying facts to judgmental areas of the accounting guidance. This role will also support quarterly close activities such as entries for Equity Method Investments, Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) analysis, and footnote development.  This position will report to our AVP – Technical Accounting. 
COMPENSATION
The expected base salary range of will be based on experience and location. In addition, HASI offers an annual bonus program; 401(k) with company match; an equity incentive program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborating with other departments to assess the impact of transaction terms on their related accounting treatment
Drafting and reviewing accounting memos to document our accounting conclusions for our investments as well as select other technical accounting matters
Collaborating with joint venture partner accounting teams in the preparation and review of equity investment income/loss allocations using the hypothetical liquidation at book value (“HLBV”) method and the traditional equity method
Researching accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles
Contributing to the operating effectiveness of our compliance with a Sarbanes-Oxley (404) internal controls environment
Creating efficiencies in processes through the use of automation tools
EDUCATION AND PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE
8+ years of relevant accounting and industry experience
CPA certification
Public accounting experience working with publicly traded companies subject to SOX internal control requirements and 10Q/10K filing deadlines
Preferred experience with US GAAP codification sections ASC 810, ASC 323, ASC 310, ASC 860, ASC 842, and ASC 606
Demonstrated experience of technical accounting research
Experience drafting accounting memos and accounting policies
Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the hypothetical liquidation at book value method for equity method investment income/loss allocations
Energy or financial services industries experience preferred
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Strong proficiency in Excel data analysis techniques
Strong understanding of financial valuation concepts, including DCF, NPV and IRR
Familiarity with project finance transactions and documentation
Proven ability to lead an accurate and timely close process
Proactive and problem-solving mindset
Ability to rapidly and accurately analyze complex information and communicate the information concisely
Dependable and reliable, excellent at taking initiative, and can work independently without close supervision
Composure under pressure, with the ability to balance competing priorities and the desire to work in a fast-paced, innovative, entrepreneurial environment
Strong attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills
WORK AUTHORIZATION
 
HASI is willing to take over sponsorship for existing H1-B visas for exceptional talent. We are unable to provide new H-1B sponsorship at this time.
 
EEO STATEMENT
 
The Company maintains a policy of non-discrimination in employment and complies with and supports all Federal, state, and local laws regarding discrimination in employment.  Specifically, the Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices against any employee, intern, or applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic to the extent prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding staffing, selection, and promotions are made on the basis of individual qualifications related to the requirements of the position.  If you need reasonable accommodation for a job opening, please connect with us at hiring@hasi.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation. Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in that process.