Director of Finance And Accounting

Job Description

Company Description SG Inc. is an electrical contractor serving the Mid-Atlantic and East Coast regions, with a focus on utility-scale and commercial solar photovoltaic construction and infrastructure. The organization delivers comprehensive energy solutions for projects ranging from small commercial systems to installations exceeding 100 MW. With more than 16 years of experience and over 700 MW built across numerous commercial and utility-scale projects, SG Inc. offers proven turnkey capabilities from permitting support through commissioning and handover. The company self-performs the majority of project work, ensuring strong schedule control, quality oversight, and cost performance. SG Inc. maintains an industry-leading safety culture, supported by outstanding safety metrics, long-term operations and maintenance services, and leadership grounded in hands-on field experience.

Role Description The Director of Finance and Accounting is a full-time, hybrid role based in the Washington DC–Baltimore area, with some flexibility for work from home. This role oversees all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management to support SG Inc.’s solar construction and energy solutions projects. Daily responsibilities include leading the accounting function, managing general ledger integrity, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, and ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close. The director will develop and maintain internal controls, coordinate audits, ensure compliance with GAAP and relevant regulatory requirements, and prepare financial statements and management reports. The role also involves partnering with senior leadership on strategic financial decisions, supporting project finance and cost accounting, optimizing financial systems and processes, and mentoring finance and accounting team members to ensure high performance and accountability.

Qualifications

• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and financial reporting.
• Robust accounting expertise in GAAP, general ledger management, month-end and year-end close, and internal controls.
• Experience with project finance and cost accounting in construction, engineering, or energy sectors.
• Proficiency with ERP and accounting systems, advanced Excel skills, and data analysis for decision support. VISTA experience preferred

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• Demonstrated leadership ability to manage and develop finance and accounting teams and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Knowledge of tax considerations, audit coordination, and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or MBA is highly beneficial.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Compensation

• $125,000-$200,000/year salary
• Health and wellness (health, vision, dental)
• Annual leave
• Retirement (401(k) plans + match)