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Birch CreekPosted 1 month ago
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Technical Accounting Director

$150,000–$200,000 year

HybridSt. Louis, Missouri, United States

Full TimeSenior LevelSmall

Job Summary

Own technical accounting within Sage Intacct on complex transactions, including VIE consolidation analysis, accounting for tax equity structures, revenue recognition, leases, asset impairment, income and property taxes, and business combinations. Evaluate the accounting implications of new project acquisitions, financings, capitalization of costs, and partnership flip structures, and advise on GAAP treatment. Manage the consolidation of the entity structure, ensuring accurate elimination entries and non-controlling/tax equity interest allocations across 100+ entities. Partner with the Controller and accounting operations team to ensure technical positions are properly reflected in the close process and financial statements. Develop and maintain accounting policies, technical memos, and internal controls documentation to support a scalable, audit-ready control environment. Monitor and assess the impact of new and proposed accounting standards (FASB/GAAP updates) on the company and lead implementation efforts. Mentor and provide technical guidance to accounting staff on complex accounting matters as the entity structure and portfolio grow.

Required Qualifications

  • Active CPA license
  • 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Deep working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Demonstrated experience researching and documenting complex technical accounting positions (ASC 810, 606, 842, 323, 360, 740 and related areas)
  • Experience working within a multi-entity or consolidated organizational structure
  • Comfort navigating complexity across a large number of legal entities
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Ability to translate technical accounting conclusions into clear memos for auditors and leadership
  • Hybrid role based in St. Louis, MO
  • Expectation of in-office collaboration 3-4 days per week
  • Flexibility to work remotely

Desired Qualifications

  • Foundation in public accounting
  • Renewable energy industry experience
  • Technical accounting experience
  • Experience with renewable energy, tax equity structures, or project finance accounting (including HLBV)
  • Experience with Sage Intacct

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