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Company Overview
rPlus Energies is a team of committed energy industry professionals working together to develop large- scale renewable energy generation and electric storage projects in the United States. rPlus Energies is a market leader in the western US with a proven track record of delivering projects to utility and corporate customers on time and on budget. rPlus Energies specializes in bringing projects to market through partnership with the private sector, municipalities, utilities, and industry-leading technology and service providers. Its portfolio consists of a strategic mix of solar, solar plus battery, wind, and pumped storage hydro facilities. Our company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and is backed by Gardner Group and Sandbrook Capital.
Position Overview
rPlus Energies is seeking an Accounting Associate to support the accounting team with the financial activities of our renewable energy development and construction projects. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of project-related transactions, maintaining data integrity in NetSuite, and supporting key accounting cycles including accounts payable, cash management, and month-end close. The Accounting Associate will work closely with Project Managers, Finance, and Accounting to ensure project costs are properly recorded, tracked, and reported. This is a full-time, in-office position based in our downtown Salt Lake City office. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional eager to build experience in project-based accounting within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Invoice Processing:
• Receive, review, and record vendor invoices for assigned projects in accordance with company policies
• Verify invoice accuracy, coding, approvals, and supporting documentation before entry into NetSuite
• Ensure timely inclusion of invoices in weekly payment cycles
• Track and follow up on pending approvals with Project Managers and internal stakeholders
• Support accurate accruals for contractor and service provider invoices in the appropriate accounting period
Project Accounting & Cost Tracking:
• Maintain accurate project cost records in NetSuite and related supporting schedules
• Assist with job cost tracking, construction-in-progress balances, and project-level financial reporting
• Support reconciliation of project-related accounts, including accounts payable, cash, and intercompany transactions
• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure costs are recorded accurately and aligned with project budgets
Cash Management & Bank Activity:
• Process and review daily bank activity for assigned accounts
• Assist with cash reporting and tracking project-level balances
• Reconcile bank transactions and ensure accurate recording in NetSuite
Month-End Close & Reporting:
• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and variance analysis
• Assist with preparing project financial reports and supporting schedules
• Identify discrepancies and collaborate with the team to resolve issues promptly
• Help improve reporting processes and period-end close efficiency
Cross-Functional Coordination:
• Partner with Project Managers, Finance, and other departments to provide accurate and timely financial information
• Participate in regular team check-ins and project accounting updates
• Communicate clearly regarding outstanding items, risks, deadlines, and support needs
Process Improvement & Team Contribution:
• Support improvements to accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls
• Maintain organized, audit-ready records within NetSuite and shared drives
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and support departmental initiatives
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 1-3 years of accounting experience; relevant internship experience will be considered
• Basic understanding of accounting principles, including GAAP
• Strong Excel skills, including data organization, reconciliations, and formulas
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments
Available to work on-site five days a week at our Salt Lake City office.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is a plus
• Familiarity with accounts payable and general ledger processes
• Comfort using AI tools to improve efficiency and support accounting workflows