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POSITION: Accounting Manager

WHO WE ARE

Heelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar, wind, and storage developer headquartered in Durham, NC, with expertise in developing, originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic, wind, and storage projects. Heelstone's strategy includes greenfield development, co-development, and acquisitions of later-stage projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy to fund its development platform as it continues to grow into a world-class Independent Power Producer. For more information, please visitwww.heelstoneenergy.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

Heelstone is seeking an Accounting Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the monthly and quarterly accounting entries and reconciliations are complete and accurate while also helping the company assess current practices and procedures to improve the timeliness of the month-end close. This is a full-time position located in Durham, North Carolina, reporting to the Controller.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the daily corporate accounting activities, journal entries, accruals, and month-end close.
• Assist in the analysis of current procedures to identify enhancement opportunities that create efficiencies and lead to a reduced month-end close timeline.
• Oversee the accounts payable processes for the company. This includes but is not limited to reviewing invoices, getting approvals for payments, coding invoices, remitting payments, and applying invoices to purchase orders.
• Manage the treasury function, including overseeing the opening and closing of bank accounts, coordinating the issuance of letters of credit, and managing user access for online banking platforms as well as the overall banking relationship.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and related adjusting entries.
• Develop complete and accurate accruals.
• Oversee expense reimbursements to employees.
• Responsible for recording accounts receivable entries.
• Responsible for property tax filings, sales and use tax, sales tax exemptions, etc.
• Perform analytical reviews to provide a narrative around activity in the Company's general ledger.
• Ensure that GAAP is applied consistently to all accounting records.
• Assist in the management, development, documentation, and implementation of business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and analysis under tight deadlines.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES

Highly proficient in MS Office, including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Exceptional analytical capabilities and attention to detail

Self-starter who operates well in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment

Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.

Ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects, prioritize efforts, and work effectively under pressure.

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills

Strong organization and management skills

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business.

CPA a plus

5-7 years of experience in accounting

Experience with Sage Intacct Construction is a plus

Experience with Stampli is a plus

Experience with FloQast is a plus

Knowledge of GAAP

Familiarity with energy financing structures

Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Total Rewards Package

We have an office-based schedule of 4 days in the office (M-Th) and one work-from-home day. Our attractive compensation package offers:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Generous Bonus Program
• 401(K) company match with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Company-sponsored HRA, employee-funded FSA, and DCA available
• EAP Benefits
• Company paid Long and Short-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off and allotted Sick Time
• 12 Paid Holidays

In addition to the compensation package, we also boast robust perks which include:

• Provided Setup of at-home Tech
• Company-paid downtown Durham Parking next to the Durham Bulls Stadium
• Free access to our building's state-of-the-art gym
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks
• Discount program for popular locations and services
• Amazing rooftop views of Downtown Durham

A note to recruiters:

The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place.