Job Description
Job Description
We're supporting a nationally ranked, privately held construction firm seeking a Solar Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for a high-growth, multi-billion-dollar solar EPC division.
With a footprint across the U.S., this firm delivers award-winning projects in sectors including renewable energy, residential high-rise, education, hospitality, and sports. Their solar division is consistently ranked among the top in the country and continues to scale aggressively.
Position Overview
The Solar Controller will oversee all financial operations for the solar business unit, leading a team of accountants and driving process improvement across systems, reporting, and forecasting. This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced and high-impact environment, ideal for someone with deep construction accounting expertise and a proactive, strategic mindset.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and mentor a growing accounting team including project accountants and staff-level personnel
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Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
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Monitor project performance, including revenue recognition, forecasting, and WIP reporting
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Review and manage complex journal entries and financial statement preparation
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Collaborate with FP&A and treasury on budgets, forecasts, and long-range planning
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Support ERP system upgrades and accounting process automation efforts
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Partner with project managers, HR, and asset management teams to ensure financial accuracy and provide training as needed
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Lead audit readiness and coordination for annual external audits
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Recommend and implement improvements to internal controls
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Handle special projects and strategic initiatives from senior leadership
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting (CPA or progress toward certification highly preferred)
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10+ years of accounting experience, with at least 5 in a leadership role
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Experience in project accounting within a construction, EPC, or solar/renewable energy environment required
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Public accounting background preferred
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Strong command of GAAP, revenue recognition, and construction accounting practices
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Proficiency with ERP systems (Viewpoint, CMiC, Sage, Oracle, or similar)
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Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across departments and explain financials to non-finance stakeholders
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Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools
Relocation assistance is available.