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Kearsarge Energy is a leading full-service renewable energy company focused on solar project development and asset management. We serve as project developer and acquirer, finance provider, construction manager and owner/operator, with a mission to both build a more sustainable world and to provide superior returns to all project stakeholders, including our public and private partners, and the local communities in which we work. Founded in 2009, Kearsarge has developed and financed more than 250 MW and $250 million of solar PV projects and is rapidly growing its business in select markets across the U.S.

Opportunity

We are seeking a Full Time Accountant to join our growing team that is looking for an organization with great job growth prospects, and who demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, an outstanding work ethic, high integrity, an entrepreneurial attitude, a sense of humor, and the ability to do well in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for the person who can work as part of a team and can take initiative in a collaborative atmosphere where self-motivation and critical thinking are highly valued. This is an opportunity to grow professionally within our expanding organization, develop skills to succeed, and be part of an exciting breakout industry.

Responsibilities

The Accountant’s primary role is to assist the Kearsarge Accounting Manager in all aspects of the accounting function, including accounts receivable and accounts payable processing, at the company. Reporting directly to the Kearsarge Accounting Manager, the individual will work as part of a team to ensure that all internal and external deliverables and requirements are finalized in a complete, accurate and timely manner. This individual will be responsible for obtaining a thorough and detailed understanding of all underlying project information in order to apply this knowledge to the accounting and finance organization. Responsibilities include:

• Obtain a thorough understanding of the project-financed organization structure, including projects, underlying contractual obligations, legal entities, etc.; interact proactively with other areas of business to foster better more fulsome understanding of the company and activities.
• Lead the receivables and payables processing and/or review; correspond with vendors and customers as needed.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and support cash management activities.
• Work with Accounting team on all aspects of quarter- and year-end closings, including ensuring all financial statement accounts are correctly supported and analyzed.
• Support all elements of the year-end audit and meeting deliverables.
• Ensure all ledger activity is complete and accurate; maintain workpapers on all balance sheet and income statement accounts including reconciliation and analysis of applicable balances.
• Assist in treasury activities as needed including assisting with updating the project cash flow models on a monthly basis, including calculation of debt service coverage and reserve requirements.
• Assist with management, accounting and reporting of solar renewable energy credits.
• Analyze and track key items from permitting, such as tax agreements and leases.
• Work to understand how new tax and accounting laws impacts our business.
• Ad-hoc items as requested.

Required Skills and Qualifications

· Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

· Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate in a team environment.

· Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

· Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

· Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

· Organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

· Personal drive and motivation to learn and grow with the company.

Kearsarge Energy is a leading full-service renewable energy company focused on solar project development and asset management. We serve as project developer and acquirer, finance provider, construction manager and owner/operator, with a mission to both build a more sustainable world and to provide superior returns to all project stakeholders, including our public and private partners, and the local communities in which we work. Founded in 2009, Kearsarge has developed and financed more than 100 MW and $250 million of solar PV projects and is rapidly growing its business in select markets across the U.S.

To learn more about Kearsarge Energy and what we do visit:
https://www.Kearsargeenergy.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or disability.