Job Title: Senior Project Accountant
Location: Buffalo Grove IL (Onsite)
Type: FullTime
Industry: Financial Services
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Accountant to join our team in Buffalo Grove IL. In this role you will directly support the daytoday accounting functions of operational and related entities contributing to our mission of driving sustainable development in renewable and conventional power generation. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional with strong expertise in G/L accounting and Oracle NetSuite.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project contracts including credit and depositary agreements to ensure compliance with covenants and reporting requirements.
- Organize monthly management meetings and liaise with international equity partners.
- Prepare and present budgets and ad hoc accounting reports for senior management.
- Generate GAAPcompliant financial statements and maintain partners capital accounts as per operating agreements.
- Collaborate with external auditors and tax advisors to prepare audited financial statements and tax returns.
- Oversee accounts payable accounts receivable and invoice payments.
- Monitor bank accounts perform treasury functions and manage intercompany transfers and cash forecasts.
- Consolidate cash forecasts and manage revolver lines of credit.
- Support variance/trend analysis by comparing actual results to budgets and historical data.
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance; CPA certification is a plus.
- Proficiency in Oracle NetSuite and strong G/L accounting experience.
- Advanced knowledge of GAAP; understanding of IFRS is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel (financial modeling experience preferred).
- Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to timelines and deadlines.
- Familiarity with hedge accounting and variance/trend analysis.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a team environment.
- Dependable responsible and committed to a strong work ethic.
Preferred Experience:
- Background in energy construction or real estate industries.
Benefits
- Medical Dental Vision Insurance
- LongTerm Disability (LTD) and ShortTerm Disability (STD)
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)