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TITLE: Senior Manager, Finance & Controller

DIVISION: Finance

REPORTS TO: CFO

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORK LOCATION: Columbus, OH

COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Nationwide Energy Partners (NEP) is a leading provider of energy management solutions for apartment and condominium communities. NEP has been at the forefront of delivering customized electricity, water and technology solutions to multifamily properties since 1999. Today, we serve approximately 250 multifamily communities and over 50,000 residents across nine states.

At NEP, we empower property owners, managers, and residents with customized energy solutions that drive efficiency, sustainability, and keep rents low while providing financial benefits. Our services include access to capital funding, flexible and fast installation, ongoing residual income, improved net operating income, 100% carbon-free energy, actionable data and reporting, and industry-leading accuracy and reliability. NEP is shaping the future of multifamily energy management.

COMPANY CULTURE: We prioritize well-being and work-life balance while cultivating a collaborative, high-energy environment where innovation, integrity, and respect shape everything we do. As an industry leader in a rapidly expanding market, we embrace a fast-paced, dynamic atmosphere that fosters career growth and development.

COMPANY MISSION: Our mission is to create a world where communities serve as a catalyst for connection—where choice, control, and sustainability drive the evolution of multifamily energy solutions. Guided by our core values of performance, communication, leadership, quality, and teamwork, we deliver clean energy services that enhance efficiency, reliability, and environmental responsibility. Our commitment to environmental responsibility drives us to make a meaningful impact.

JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Manager of Finance & Controller will play a key leadership role, overseeing all aspects of accounting operations, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, month-end close processes, debt covenant compliance, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This role will also coordinate audit processes, manage tax return preparations with third party firms, and ensure overall compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations: 

• Oversee the accurate and timely completion of month-end and year-end closing processes. 
• Ensure accurate maintenance of the general ledger and adherence to GAAP accounting standards. 
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal control processes. 

Financial Planning & Analysis: 

• Lead the FP&A function, including forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial modeling. 
• Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making by senior management. 
• Track financial KPI’s 

Compliance and Reporting: 

• Monitor and manage compliance with debt covenants, maintaining timely and accurate reporting to lenders. 
• Coordinate and assist external auditors and tax professionals, ensuring timely completion of audits and tax returns. 
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal financial policies, and reporting deadlines. 

Budgeting and Forecasting: 

• Develop, implement, and oversee budgeting and forecasting processes across departments. 
• Conduct regular financial reviews with departments, ensuring alignment with strategic financial targets. 

Leadership and Collaboration: 

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and finance team to achieve departmental objectives. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with department heads to provide financial guidance, optimize financial performance, and ensure alignment with company goals. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related fieldrequired; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of8-10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 3 years in managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial compliance, audit, and tax requirements.
• Proven experience managing accounting operations, FP&A, and budgeting processes.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data andprovidestrategic insights.
• Effective leadership skills, with experience in developing high-performing finance teams.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Advancedproficiencyin financial systems, ERP platforms(Oracle), and MicrosoftSuite.
• Experience with financial covenant reporting and compliance preferred
• Prior experience managing external audit processes and coordinating with tax professionals preferred

The pay range for this position is below. The specific starting rate will depend on the chosen candidate's qualifications and prior experience. $150,000 (entry level qualifications) to $165,000 (highly experienced).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of the criteria that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform these functions in accordance with applicable law. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be regularly required for extended periods of time to:

• Remain in a stationary position
• Use hands and fingers
• Utilize a computer monitor with visual activity
• Operate technology or other office machinery such as printers, scanners, etc.
• Communicate verbally and/or in writing with others

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. For Nationwide Energy Partners to remain efficient as a growing organization, team members are expected to exhibit a high level of flexibility regarding any duties that may be situationally assigned outside of this job description.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• 4 weeks PTO + paid holidays
• 401k program with Company match
• Hybrid work schedule for most positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Quarterly business updates
• Company sponsored events
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Company paid parking Downtown (for Columbus HQ Employees Only)

Nationwide Energy Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of pre-employment and employment without regard to protected characteristics.