Chief Accounting Officer

e2Companies ® is the creator of the industry’s first Virtual Utility® and a leading provider of integrated solutions for power generation and distribution of reliable, conditioned power. We are committed to delivering energy resiliency, reliability, and regulatory compliance for our customers to unlock savings and revenue opportunities. We provide the most complete business model for data center, manufacturing, commercial, and industrial customers.
e2Companies ® is a recipient of the 2026 Edison Awards, recognized for the innovation and impact of its Virtual Utility® technology within critical infrastructure. The company was also awarded the 2025 Tech Catalyst of the Year for Southwest Florida, highlighting its leadership in enabling businesses to monitor and manage on-site power solutions. In addition, e2Companies has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Southwest Florida by the Best Companies Group. We are a fast-growing company that thrives on solving complex challenges in the energy space. We believe in a healthy work life balance and focus on giving back to our communities through our e2 For Good program.

JOB PURPOSE

The Chief Accounting Officer owns accounting at e2Companies, the close, the controls, the team, and the discipline that holds it all together. Reporting to the CFO and leading a team anchored by our Corporate Controller, this role governs accounting specifically while finance operates as its own department. The Chief Accounting Officer takes charge of a multi-entity function supporting rapid growth across data centers, commercial and industrial facilities, manufacturing, and large‑scale infrastructure, bringing the rigor and reliability that scale demands. We are looking for a seasoned executive who arrives with the playbook in hand. This is a full‑time, on‑site seat, Monday through Friday, at our Bonita Springs, FL location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the accounting function across all entities, including consolidated financial reporting, month‑end and quarter‑end close, technical accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Corporate Controller and the broader accounting team, setting clear standards for accuracy, timeliness, and accountability
• Establish and enforce accounting policy in full compliance with US GAAP across a multi‑entity structure
• Govern internal controls and financial governance, driving SOX‑equivalent readiness as the company scales
• Own and drive internal audits end to end, from planning and readiness through fieldwork and remediation
• Coordinate and manage external auditors as engaged, including audit readiness, the annual audit calendar, auditor management, and timely remediation of findings
• Serve as the executive liaison to audit firms, tax advisors, and regulators
• Oversee federal, state, and local tax compliance, including the preparation and filing of federal and applicable state and local tax returns for relevant entities
• Oversee the accounting, tax‑reporting, controls, and documentation associated with tax‑advantaged transactions, including investment tax credits and bonus depreciation, in coordination with Finance, Legal, and external tax advisors.
• Lead future ERP implementations and optimization within our Sage Intacct environment, to build scalable systems, controls, and workflows
• Collaborate closely with our internal legal team on entity structuring, contract matters, compliance, and corporate governance
• Stand up the accounting infrastructure required for new entities, new markets, and international operations as they come online
• Support capital raising, investor reporting, and board‑level communication with accurate, audit‑ready financials as needed
• Partner with the Finance organization on planning and analysis while retaining clear executive ownership of accounting
• Provide a consistent, hands‑on, on‑site executive presence, leading the team in person
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (MUST-HAVE)

• Active CPA license
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience inclusive of executive‑level leadership
• Master's degree in Accounting or proven equivalent experience
• Deep command of US GAAP, consolidated financial reporting, and technical accounting
• Proven multi‑entity accounting leadership, including consolidations and intercompany structures
• Demonstrated ownership of internal audits, from planning through remediation, and experience coordinating external auditors
• Experience leading through controller‑level leaders and scaling accounting teams
• International accounting exposure, including multi‑currency consolidations
• OEM, manufacturing, energy, or industrial sector experience
• Advanced ERP proficiency; Sage Intacct or comparable platform
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and capital markets
• Commitment to full‑time, on‑site work, Monday through Friday, at our Bonita Springs, FL location; relocation assistance available

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE-TO-HAVE)

• Florida CPA license, or licensure with reciprocity to Florida
• Bilingual proficiency

WHO YOU ARE

• You set the standard, bringing structure to complexity and holding the line on accuracy, controls, and deadlines
• You develop leaders, investing real coaching time in your team while staying close enough to the work to know when something is off
• You treat accounting as a strategic function that earns its seat at the executive table, not a back office
• You are energized by scale, building for the company we are becoming, not just the one we are today
• You know the difference between standards and rigidity, protecting what must not bend while welcoming the collaboration and unconventional thinking a scaling company runs on

HERE'S WHAT YOU GET

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and impact
• PTO and paid sick time to support work‑life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Equity participation through the Employee Incentive Program
• 8 Paid Federal Holidays + "eHappy Days" (additional company‑paid days off, announced at the start of each year)
• Childcare assistance up to $300 per month
• The opportunity to grow with a rapidly scaling energy and infrastructure company
• A performance‑driven, team‑oriented culture with regular events and e2 for Good community initiatives
• Relocation assistance for highly qualified candidates moving to Southwest Florida

e2Companies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.