Job Title: Sr. Project Accountant

Location: Onsite (All 5-Days) in Buffalo Grove, IL, 60089

Duration: Full-Time (FTE)

Interview process: Phone followed by Video Interview.

Job Description-:

Role Summary:

Client a leader in the development and operation of renewable and conventional power generation, is seeking a highly motivated, onsite, Senior Project Accountant, who will directly support day to day accounting functions of operational and other related entities. Join us as we transition to a sustainable development strategy focused primarily on renewable generation (solar PV, battery storage, and wind) and expand our team with seasoned, highly motivated professionals.

Responsibilities:

• Review credit agreements, depositary agreements, and other project contracts to ensure the company is in compliance with all covenants and fulfills information and reporting requirements.
• Organize monthly management meetings and act as liaison with international equity partners.
• Prepare and present budgets and ad hoc accounting reports to senior management.
• Generate GAAP financial statements for Indeck entities and maintain partners' capital accounts in accordance with operating agreements.
• Work closely with external auditors and tax advisors to generate the audited financial statements and tax returns.
• Prepare withdrawal certificates and ensure the timely payment of all invoices.
• Manage all accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Monitor bank accounts with various financial institutions and perform all treasury functions for corporate and its subsidiaries.
• Consolidate subsidiaries' cash forecasts, process intercompany transfers, and manage all revolver lines of credit.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, CPA a plus.
• Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly and annual department driven deadlines.
• Existing understanding and knowledge of GAAP.
• Understanding of IFRS a plus.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.
• Advanced Excel including financial modeling a plus.
• Familiarity with hedge accounting.
• Strong coordination/organization skills with attentiveness to timelines.
• Understanding of variance/trend analysis with actual/budget/historical results.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Responsible, dependable and possessing an exceptional work ethic.
• Experience in energy, construction, or real estate industries preferred, but not required.
• Oracle NetSuite experience required.