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How much do manager environmental accounting jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager environmental accounting in the United States is $95,659.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Environmental Accounting, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Environmental Accounting, you need expertise in environmental regulations, accounting principles, and data analysis, typically supported by a degree in accounting, environmental science, or related fields. Familiarity with environmental management systems (EMS), sustainability reporting frameworks (such as GRI or CDP), and advanced spreadsheet or ERP software is common. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting complex data to stakeholders. These abilities ensure accurate environmental financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and successful implementation of sustainability initiatives.

What are Manager Environmental Accounting jobs?

Manager Environmental Accounting jobs involve overseeing the tracking, analysis, and reporting of an organization's environmental costs and impacts. These professionals develop and implement accounting systems to measure environmental performance, ensure compliance with environmental regulations, and support sustainability initiatives. They often work with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve environmental efficiency. This role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of environmental laws, and experience in accounting or finance.

What is the difference between Manager Environmental Accounting vs Environmental Accountant?

AspectManager Environmental AccountingEnvironmental Accountant
CredentialsBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or environmental science; often requires experience in environmental complianceBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or environmental science; certification like CPA or CMA is common
Work EnvironmentOversees teams, develops strategies, interacts with managementPrepares reports, analyzes data, supports compliance efforts
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in corporations with environmental initiatives, consulting firms, government agenciesUsed in accounting firms, corporate finance departments, environmental consulting

The Manager Environmental Accounting focuses on leading teams and developing environmental financial strategies, while the Environmental Accountant handles data analysis and reporting. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, but differ in scope and responsibilities within organizations.

How does a Manager of Environmental Accounting typically collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate sustainability reporting?

A Manager of Environmental Accounting works closely with departments such as operations, compliance, and sustainability teams to gather data on resource usage, emissions, and waste management. Collaboration often involves regular meetings to align on data collection processes, verify the accuracy of environmental metrics, and support the preparation of sustainability reports. Effective communication with these teams is essential to ensure that environmental costs and savings are properly tracked and integrated into the organization's financial reporting. This cross-functional teamwork helps the company meet regulatory requirements and achieve its sustainability goals.
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Manager, Business Unit Accounting

Manager, Business Unit Accounting

PenFed Credit Union

Mclean, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts and review financial statements and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies and procedures.

  • Establish and execute new accounting processes and estimates for emerging GAAP guidance and new lending products and services.

  • Manage and provide necessary support to financial audits including internal audits, external audits, and regulatory exams.


PenFed Credit Union rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

PenFed is hiring a (Hybrid) Manager, Business Unit Accounting at our Tysons, Virginia location.  The primary purpose of this job is to assist in overseeing the accounting activities for various Business Units at Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) and its affiliates. The accounting role consists of developing new procedures to enhance the efficiency of processes and ensuring compliance with all related regulations, policies, and procedures. This position will manage the day-to-day tasks of these critical accounting functions. Additionally, this position will be a key contact within internal and external auditors and examiners.


Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and the position will perform other duties as assigned.

  • Manages reconciliation of assigned balance sheet accounts and reviews financial statements and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Company policies and procedures.
  • Establish and execute new accounting processes/estimates for emerging GAAP guidance and new lending products/services.
  • Develop analytics that provide financial and strategic insights and support optimal business decision-making.
  • Stay abreast of a changing external environment (accounting, regulatory, etc.), conducting analysis to identify business risks and opportunities and informing management of potential financial statement impacts.
  • Perform trending analysis and industry/peer group comparisons.
  • Implement financial dashboards and work with business intelligence tools.
  • Research, gather and synthesize data; present conclusions and recommendations to management and/or team members.
  • Evaluate and refine internal processes and implement technical controls and validation processes to ensure data integrity/accuracy.
  • Supervise documentation of projects to meet audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop critical relationships with key technical and non-technical stakeholders to gain concurrence, input, execution, and change management decisions.
  • Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant industry standards, best practices, business processes and PenFed systems to ensure compliance with standards, policy, procedures, and vendor contractual requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with all internal and external reporting deadlines.
  • Manage and provide necessary support to financial audits including internal audits, external audits, and regulatory exams.
  • Perform ad-hoc reporting and analysis.
  • Prepare, conduct, and review performance appraisals. 

*This role is responsible for ensuring business continuity.*


Qualifications

Equivalent combination of education and experience is considered.

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required and/or accounting certification and/or six plus (6+) years of general accounting experience exclusive to large financial institution accounting scenarios.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in accounting and financial areas, including general accounting, consolidations, financial GL Closings and US GAAP and regulatory reporting.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of Supervisory/Assistant Manager experience.
  • Familiar with a variety of general accounting, accounts payable, GL system interfaces, budgeting and forecasting analysis and related concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Experience using A.I. tools preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will supervise employees.

Licenses and Certifications

CPA or candidate preferred.
 

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to an indoor office setting with moderate noise.

*Most roles require working in an office setting with moderate noise and the ability to lift 25 pounds.*

Travel

Ability to travel to various worksites and be on-call may be required.

#LI-Hybrid

Qualifications:

Equivalent combination of education and experience is considered.

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required and/or accounting certification and/or six plus (6+) years of general accounting experience exclusive to large financial institution accounting scenarios.
  • Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in accounting and financial areas, including general accounting, consolidations, financial GL Closings and US GAAP and regulatory reporting.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of Supervisory/Assistant Manager experience.
  • Familiar with a variety of general accounting, accounts payable, GL system interfaces, budgeting and forecasting analysis and related concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Experience using A.I. tools preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will supervise employees.

Licenses and Certifications

CPA or candidate preferred.
 

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to an indoor office setting with moderate noise.

*Most roles require working in an office setting with moderate noise and the ability to lift 25 pounds.*

Travel

Ability to travel to various worksites and be on-call may be required.

#LI-Hybrid

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