Senior Accountant
New Leaf EnergyOakland, California
Full Time
Posted March 3, 2026
$134k - $156k
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Job Description
The Senior Accountant at New Leaf Energy will lead financial reporting, consolidation, and technical accounting for a multi-entity renewable energy business, supporting strategic financial analysis, system optimization, and team mentorship to ensure financial integrity and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue timely and accurate monthly financial statements.
- Maintain the general ledger and perform account reconciliations.
- Manage complex intercompany transactions and produce consolidated financial statements.
- Coordinate the preparation of year-end audited financial statements and quarterly reports.
- Assist external auditors during financial audits.
- Conduct technical accounting research and analysis.
- Prepare financial reports and compliance documentation for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve financial data quality and timeliness.
- Support financial analysis and reporting to drive business improvements.
- Participate in budgeting, reforecasting, and variance analysis processes.
- Optimize accounting systems and technology for efficiency and control.
- Mentor and develop accounting staff.
- Ensure operational continuity through documentation and task management.
Requirements
- Perform all activities necessary to issue timely and accurate financial statements by the 5th Business day of the following month.
- Maintain the general ledger system and the associated account reconciliations.
- Manage complex intercompany transactions, including transfers, eliminations, and the production of consolidated financial statements.
- Coordinate the preparation of the audited financial statements at year end along with unaudited quarterly financial reports.
- Coordinate and assist with external auditors for the year-end financial statement audit.
- Perform technical accounting research as applicable to areas of responsibility.
- Prepare accounting reports analysis for monthly finance report.
- Prepare quarterly and annual compliance reporting for the Board, financial institutions, and other key stakeholders.
- Collaborate with and influence stakeholders across the company to improve the quality and timeliness of financial data.
- Support the Director and VP in delivering financial analysis that is timely, meaningful, and drives business improvements.
- Improve the analytical capabilities of the accounting function, including data report availability and insights, and provide narratives on financial results.
- Serve as an integral part of the budgeting process including creation, reforecasting, and variance analysis to drive business improvements and OPEX efficiency.
- Optimize the use of systems and technology to enable speed, control, and efficiency in delivering outcomes.
- Mentor accounting staff, including coaching, counseling, and supporting the development of junior team members’ skillsets.
- Take a leadership role in the Finance and Accounting team’s efforts to increase resilience by documenting team members’ tasks and ensuring continuity of operations during absences (e.g., sickness, vacation).
- Possess a Bachelor of Accounting or similar degree; CPA license preferred.
- Have a minimum of 7 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years at a senior level.
- Demonstrate good knowledge of GAAP and other accounting practices and pronouncements relevant to the development of solar and/or energy storage projects or similar assets.
- Possess advanced reporting and data analysis skills, including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to identify and implement practical solutions to complex business and accounting problems.
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships based on trust and transparency across the Finance and Accounting team, broader business, and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills to manage numerous and sometimes competing responsibilities of varying urgency and criticality within a fast-paced work environment.
- Be hardworking, responsive, and adaptable to what the situation dictates, including possessing strong interpersonal skills needed to work effectively in a team.
- Exhibit an unwavering commitment to excellence, and the creativity, foresight, and desire to spur and implement continuous improvement and innovation.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive base salary range of $133,679 - $155,731
On-target annual cash bonus of 10% of base salary
Equity-like program providing ownership benefits
Hybrid work environment with in-office and remote work options
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k plan with immediate vesting and company match (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
Open and self-managed paid time-off policy
Parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents
Professional development and education assistance
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