Interim Accounting Consultant (Hybrid)

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Position Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader to play a critical role in integrating a new acquisition, establishing foundational accounting processes, and building a sustainable financial reporting structure. This individual will have the opportunity to take ownership of key accounting initiatives, develop processes from the ground up, and make an immediate impact during an important period of growth and transition.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, direct experience with acquisitions and multi-entity consolidations, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead purchase accounting activities associated with a recently acquired power generation project, including the preparation and review of supporting accounting schedules.
Establish and execute the holding company's month-end close process, including its initial monthly closes.
Manage multi-entity accounting and consolidation activities, including intercompany transactions and eliminations.
Develop and implement month-end close procedures, balance sheet reconciliations, supporting schedules, and documentation to create a consistent and repeatable reporting process.
Review project-level financial statements, investigate discrepancies, and address accounting issues as they arise.
Partner closely with the Director of Accounting to support acquisition-related accounting activities and financial reporting requirements.
Provide guidance and oversight to a Staff Accountant, supporting the accuracy and completion of day-to-day accounting activities.
Research and resolve technical accounting matters independently, applying appropriate US GAAP guidance.
Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, improve reporting accuracy, and establish sustainable workflows for the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

Strong background in holding-company accounting, multi-entity structures, and financial statement consolidations.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with purchase accounting and acquisition-related accounting activities.
Proven ability to build, implement, and manage month-end close processes, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to independently research and resolve complex accounting matters.
Experience reviewing financial statements, identifying discrepancies, and providing guidance to accounting staff.
Ability to work autonomously, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver results in a project-driven environment.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach.