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Blue Sky Utility is at the forefront of the renewable energy industry, focused on harnessing the immense power of the sun and storage solutions.

We are looking for an Accounting Manager to oversee our financial operations, manage company assets, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. This role requires expertise in financial statements preparation, and financial forecasting.

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities: 

• Financial Oversight: Oversee all aspects of financial management, including financial statements preparation, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investments. 
• Strategic Planning: Develop financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements; identifying monetary resources; and developing action plans. 
• Financial Reporting: Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis of operational results. Present potential scenarios and outcomes to management team. 
• Risk Management: Monitor and analyze monthly operating results against budget. Manage the risks to the organization's financial health. 
• Compliance and Control: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. 
• Audit and Tax Support: Assist tax accountants and auditors with necessary documentation and compliance checks. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; an MBA or CPA is highly preferred. 
• Strong understanding of standard finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including knowledge and experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 
• Minimum of 3 years in financial operations, with a strong focus on lease accounting and asset management. 
• Significant experience in financial reporting and analysis, forecasting, and financial strategy development. 
• Advanced computer software skills, including Excel and financial reporting software.  
• Must reside in or around Fort Lauderdale, FL and be willing to work in a hybrid setting with 3 days per week in office.
   

Additional Notes: 

• Experience with Investment Tax Credit (ITC) regulations is advantageous. 
• Prior use of Yardi software is beneficial but not required. 

Benefits

What we can offer you:

An amazing team of people. We have doubled our staff in the last year.

Fair and equitable compensation. There are a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current annual salary range is $93,000-$100,000.

Work-life balance with employee physical and financial health at the forefront. We offer medical, dental, vision, STD and employee life insurance as well as a 401K with 6% match. Employees are eligible for all benefits on their first day of employment.

Our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture empowers our people to be who they are, contribute their unique perspectives, and make a difference individually and collectively. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe that everyone should be heard. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

What the interview process will look like:

We have a 4-stage interview process:

1 - Screening by HR

2- Case Study

3 - Interview with our CFO

4- Interview with the Chairman of the Board