Renewable Energy Client Accounting - Manager

Opportunity ID 9887/*generated inline style */ Department Advisory/*generated inline style */ Location(s) Austin/*generated inline style */ State Texas /*generated inline style */ Function Advisory/*generated inline style */ Job Description As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Manager to join the Renewable Energy team in our Client Accounting Advisory practice.CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered remote which means it does not require job duties be performed within proximity of a CohnReznick office location. However, as a remote employee, you may be required to be present at a CohnReznick office with scheduled notice for client work, team meetings, or trainings.YOUR TEAM.The Client Accounting Advisory Team is a rapidly growing division of CohnReznick, where we partner with our clients to perform accounting, advisory and technology services. Our goal is to leverage the best staff, cutting edge technology, and efficient processes to exceed our clients’ expectations. Our services include maintaining of books and records, financial statement close management reporting, assistance with state and local tax filings, virtual controller/CFO services, as well as accounting technology solution development.WHY COHNREZNICK?At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.YOUR ROLE.Responsibilities include but not limited to:Support the Renewable Energy accounting team. Responsible for client execution and timely delivery of client’s work productDemonstrates ability to independently perform accounting services for client, including but not limited to timely complete duties associated with managing teams. Ensuring team is meeting goals and benchmarks for performance and execution of client work, such as delivering monthly financials, developing skills for career growth, working within budget and time parameters, etc.Performs thorough self-review of all work prior to submission for final reviewDevelops proficiency in use of all technology necessary for performance and execution of work, and acts as a resource for other staffEnsures quality control procedures are being followed and executedIdentifies areas for process improvement for client work and/or practice operationsBuilds and maintains positive client, colleague, and internal stakeholder relationships Responds timely and accurately to internal team and client requestsDevelops efficient work habits to support the organization and work within budgetary (both time and deadline) parametersAppropriately communicates difficult situations encountered on engagements to leadershipMaintains appropriate compliance with all firm wide policies and proceduresPositively represents and actively promotes the Firm Participates in mentoring, recruiting, retention and team-building activities directly related to job responsibilitiesProactively seeks knowledge, new tasks, and responsibilitiesFollows regulations and professional ethics of the AICPA and the state societyYOUR EXPERIENCE. The successful candidate will have:Bachelors Degree, CPA preferred but not requiredExperience leading CAS/CAAS engagements in a public accounting firmProven ability to drive and lead month-end close processes, including ownership of deadlines, reviews of and accuracy of work performed by other team members, corporate accounting processes and procedures such as cash management, AR/AP, payroll and benefits.Strong GAAP experience along with hands on experience performing consolidations, GL close and financial reporting for the renewable energy industryStrong Renewable Energy experience with renewable energy projects, development and/or contractor operations and their related entities, including project costing and transfer of projects from one company to another.Strong communication, documentation, and presentation skillsStrong problem solving and analytical skills, being highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Minimum Intermediate proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, etc.)Hands-on operational accounting experience in QuickBooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, BILL, BILL Spend and Expense (former Divvy) or similar AP and Expense automation tools highly preferredStrong project and time management skillsAccuracy and attention to detail. Action-oriented (self-starter, team player, detail-oriented). Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills.Must be able to handle multiple priorities and effectively meet critical deadlinesSignificant knowledge of accounting and finance processes and functions. Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards.Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At CohnReznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles."CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms. CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note: This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and are not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.#LI-Remote/*generated inline style */