Director, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting

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About Powin:

Powin Energy is a leading producer of utility scale modular battery energy storage system (complete with a patented, advanced, cloud-based monitoring/control system). That means we build power plants out of batteries that put coal and gas generators out of business and enable sustainable viability for renewable energy sources like solar and wind.

Powin is, and will continue to be, one of a handful of companies that will provide the equipment necessary to make this happen. Powin has distinct competitive advantages: cost-effectiveness; reliability; scalability; deploy-ability; and operational sophistication. Every day we work to ensure that we maintain these competitive advantages and our position as a global leader in providing turnkey, battery energy storage solutions for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and microgrid applications.

Summary:

The Director of Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting oversees the accuracy and compliance of the company's financial reporting and accounting practices, particularly in relation to complex accounting standards and regulations. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the company's accounting policy, financial statements, and reporting requirements, with a focus on ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Job Details:

• Manage the financial reporting process, including the preparation of financial statements in compliance with US GAAP (including Monthly, Quarterly, and Year-End Reporting Commentary)

• Act as the subject matter expert on US GAAP and SEC regulations for preparing and filing SEC reports and demonstrate a clear understanding of related authoritative literature governing financial reporting for public companies

• Manage the development, implementation, and adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

• Prepare technical accounting memos and analysis as needed, including preparation and review of technical accounting items

• Assist in ensuring compliance with new accounting standards and provide guidance to ensure proper accounting treatment

• Collaborate with finance and operations teams to support the development, implementation, and monitoring of project accounting procedures for energy storage projects, ensuring accurate cost tracking, inventory management, and reporting

• Work closely with external auditors, preparing and providing necessary documentation and support to ensure a smooth and timely audit process

• Provide technical accounting training to support the business in understanding the accounting implications relating to routine transactions

• Manage the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements

• Provide financial insights, guidance, and recommendations to support leadership in making informed and strategic decisions

• Develop and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams, partners, and external stakeholders

• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the financial reporting and technical accounting function.

• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

• Mentor, supervise, and develop members of the accounting and finance team to ensure a high level of efficiency and expertise

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• CPA certification required

• 8+ years of relevant accounting and financial reporting experience, preferably in the energy or energy storage industry

• 5+ years progressive managerial experience

• Strong understanding of US GAAP accounting matters

• Proven experience with financial statement preparation and SEC reporting

• Strong business acumen, financial skills, and analytical abilities Strong leader that drives execution and builds the necessary capability to succeed; initiates action and commits to achieving business outcomes by taking accountability for goals

• Strong project management skills, ability to drive multiple projects forward concurrently, effectively leverages resources to drive results and ability to create excellent and sustainable processes

• Experience in dynamic companies undergoing significant change in a remote working environment

• Always maintain the highest degree of honesty and integrity

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex accounting concepts to non-accounting colleagues

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and experience with NetSuite ERP system a plus

Powin is not accepting resumes from unsolicited headhunters or agencies at this time.

EEO STATEMENT: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws.  The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants without unlawful regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identification or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, protected veteran status, disability (mental or physical), or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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