Lead Accountant

Paradigm Power Delivery, a Babcock Power company, is a company whose mission is to build electrical substations and construct or repair electrical power lines while providing high quality, efficient service to our customers, and a safe, healthy work environment for our employees. We strive to give our customers the kind of service and quality product that we would want if we were that customer. Likewise, we want our employees to have the kind of job that we ourselves would appreciate. In a word, that’s our paradigm. This is your opportunity to join a high growth industry company where you will partner with our elite industry leaders to drive results and build out a successful power delivery business. This could be your career-defining move. The Lead Accountant is responsible for the daily financial management and financial reporting of Paradigm Enterprises Inc. This role will work closely with the project controls, accounting shared services and other operational functions to ensure financial information is provided accurately and timely to various stakeholders across the organization. Paradigm is looking for a strong candidate to help build out the accounting function with potential for growth into a Manager role. The Lead Accountant reports to the VP of Finance, Renewables. Essential Functions Support all aspects of the Project Accounting function: Revenue Recognition Analysis Project Set Up Project Code Management Weekly Progress Reporting Weekly Project Cost Forecasting Progress Billings and Collections Project Cash Flows Analyze and report on financial results, including preparation of the monthly reporting package, monthly segment review presentation and monthly management discussion and analysis. Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts. Prepare adhoc financial analysis, as requested. Assist Management and the Strategic Operations team in developing the 5-year financial plan and quarterly forecast updates. Work with team to establish accounting best practices and process improvements. Work closely with the Shared Services team to ensure that all transactions are recorded and all financial information is presented in accordance with US GAAP. Partner with the Project Controls and Project Management teams to analyze and report on project performance. Provide feedback to the Estimating team on financial assumptions used to develop estimates for project bids. Complete project financial checklists and project cash forecast for use in Management bid review meetings. Prepare analysis for vendor financial evaluations. Monitor compliance with the Inflation Reduction Act across multiple projects. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. CPA preferred but not required. Minimum eight (8) years of experience in accounting, financial reporting or public accounting. Project and percent complete accounting preferred but not required. Technical knowledge of US GAAP, accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience with Deltek CostPoint, PowerBI, Power Query and InEight or equivalent systems preferred but not required Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to connect with executives, engineers and field teams. Good time management skills. Critical thinker and problem solver. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Wellness Programs and Awards Gym Reimbursement and Weight Loss Benefit Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts Parental Leave #J-18808-Ljbffr Paradigm Power Delivery Inc.