Senior Technical Accountant, Avantus
$94.9-105.4k
+ Annual bonus
More information about location
Solar energy infrastructure
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Solar energy infrastructure
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
$94.9-105.4k
+ Annual bonus
More information about location
101-200 employees
Company mission
To innovate high-impact clean energy solutions that fight climate change and build a prosperous future for all.
Role
Who you are
- We are looking for an energetic, highly organized and detail oriented individual to join our Technical Accounting team here at Avantus
- BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
- CPA
- 4+ years of experience in accounting, with experience in public accounting or at a public company highly preferred
- Knowledge of GAAP, SEC and SOX practices and processes
- Excelled written and oral communication skills, as well as a strong attention to detail
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while adapting quickly to maintain deadlines
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and clients
What the job involves
- Assist in the evaluation of the accounting treatment for significant transactions. Research applicable GAAP and SEC accounting and disclosure requirements for proposed transactions
- Review contracts to identify technical accounting matters and prepare analysis and memorandums
- Prepare financial information and disclosures for financial statements in accordance with GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
- Assist in the external audit and review process by providing audit support and relevant schedules
- Prepare balance sheet analysis and record journal entries, as well as related balance sheet reconciliation for technical financial statement line items
- Review financial data for accuracy, identify problems and support day-to-day operations
- Ability to research and reconcile discrepancies and verifying documents in accordance with accounting procedures and policies
- Work closely with project teams to provide support and ensure technical guidance is followed
- Assist with compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 key controls and processes including:
- Testing and documentation of key controls
- Coordinating with external audit to facilitate walkthroughs and annual control testing
- Identifying control gaps or required updates to existing controls based on business changes
- Proactively work on initiatives to implement operational accounting efficiencies through process improvements and control enhancements
- Other duties and ad-hoc projects as assigned
Our take
Solar energy, being both clean and renewable, is a strong candidate to aid in decreasing carbon footprints and combating climate change. Avantus, formerly 8minute Solar Energy, looks to pioneer the future of solar power by developing solutions to deliver reliable, low-cost clean energy globally.
The company has established itself as a leader in next-generation solar energy. It boasts achievements such as developing one of the largest solar clusters, and becoming one of the first renewables projects to beat fossil fuel prices back in 2016. Its vast product suite includes solar generation and storage solutions, all designed to offer flexible and predictable output to the grid.
The company is expanding its portfolio to include smart power plants with integrated storage, with the potential to provide affordable, zero-emission energy on a large scale. With a robust development pipeline and significant financial backing, Avantus is poised to play a pivotal role in achieving clean energy goals.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Dec 2018
$200m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Jun 2014
$30m
LATE VC
Total funding: $230m
Company benefits
- Annual bonus
- Flexible, remote-first work environment
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Family Planning Reimbursement
- Flexible PTO Vacation Policy
- Wellness & Employee Assistance Plan
- Equal Paid Parental Leave for Mothers & Fathers
- Health Savings Plan (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Program (FSA)
- Commuter Program
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Remote Technology Perks
- Financial Planning Advisory
Company values
- Innovation Led
- Strong Team
- Growth Focused
Company HQ
Century City, Los Angeles, CA
Articles
Leadership
Tom Buttgenbach
(CEO)Previously the Managing Director of THB & Company and First Avenue Capital, where they also acted as CEO. Prior to this, they Founded dock3.
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