Manager, Asset Management Accounting

Nexamp

Chicago, Illinois

Full Time

Posted May 7, 2026

$120k - $135k

Renewable Energy Development

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Job Description

The Asset Management Accounting Manager at Nexamp is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, month-end close processes, budgeting, and audit coordination for renewable energy projects, while leading a team of accountants and improving accounting systems and processes to support the company's growth and mission in clean energy.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for corporate and project entities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Manage and oversee a team of accountants, including hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation.
Assist in creating and maintaining annual budgets and monitor budget-to-actuals for all projects.
Lead ERP system improvement projects, collaborating with third-party consultants and departments to enhance process efficiency.
Design and implement accounting processes for new business operations in compliance with relevant accounting principles.
Supervise invoice creation, deposits, collections, and KPI reporting in collaboration with the Asset Management department.
Coordinate with auditors during project and consolidated audits, providing documentation, explanations, and supporting financials and footnotes.

Requirements

3-4 years of Public Accounting experience or 5-6 years of private accounting experience preferred.
Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and the ability to do research to find solutions for accounting issues.
Experience with accounting systems, with NetSuite strongly preferred.
Strict attention to detail, ability to work independently and efficiently.
Ability to think critically, be proactive, and problem solve.
Strong Microsoft Office and overall computer skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with the accounting team, executive management, and all departments across the organization.
Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond the organization.
Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization.
Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
Experience in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.