Controller

About HASI

HASI is an investor in sustainable infrastructure assets advancing the energy transition. With more than $16 billion in managed assets, our investments are diversified across multiple asset classes, including utility-scale solar, storage, and onshore wind; distributed solar and storage; RNG; and energy efficiency. We combine deep expertise in energy markets and financial structuring with long-standing programmatic client partnerships to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns and measurable environmental benefits. HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Ticker: HASI). For more information, please visit hasi.com.

$180,000 - $240,000 a year

POSITION SUMMARY

HASI is seeking a Controller to join our accounting team, reporting to our Chief Accounting Officer. The role will lead the accounting operations function and play a central role in the monthly and quarterly close, internal controls, audit coordination, and support for public company and other third party reporting. The role will oversee general ledger accounting, accounts payable, equity administration and the accounting and analysis of a diverse portfolio of investments, including receivables, real estate, debt securities, joint ventures and off-balance sheet securitizations. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking intellectually engaging work within a dynamic, mission-driven organization.


RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Reporting

Lead the month-end and quarter-end close process in accordance with public company deadlines, with responsibility for the overall completeness and accuracy of the general ledger for multiple entities

Manage and develop the accounting operations team responsible for:

• • Investment accounting, which includes maintenance of cash flow and amortization schedules, journal entries, variance analysis and month-end reconciliations
  • General ledger, accounts payable, and equity administration
  • Accounting for debt instruments such as term loans, commercial paper, and revolving credit facilities
  • Collaborating with Investments, Portfolio Management, and other cross-functional teams to obtain updated models, asset-level performance data, and other relevant inputs to support financial reporting, including fair value and credit loss analyses
  • Support financial reporting team with preparation of periodic SEC filings (Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, proxy statement) and other external reporting requirements
  • Partner closely with the technical accounting team on unique transactions to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles

Business Partnership

Serve as a key partner to FP&A team and tax team to ensure forecasting models reflect accurate financial data and current business activity

Analyze financial performance and provide insights to senior leadership

Align accounting operations with strategic initiatives and evolving business needs

Internal Controls

Design, implement and maintain effective internal controls to drive continuous improvement in policies and procedures and ensure our compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Serve as a key liaison with our external and internal auditors for managing audit timelines and coordinating responses to requests


Systems & Process Optimization

Support financial system implementations and enhancements, ensuring alignment with accounting requirements and reporting needs


Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve reporting timelines

EDUCATION AND PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE

10+ years of experience across both public accounting and corporate accounting roles, with public company and/or investment fund experience

Financial services or renewable energy industry experience required


Prior supervisory experience required

Active CPA license required

Bachelor's degree in accounting required

Experience with accounting systems required


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Strong proficiency in Excel data analysis techniques

Strong understanding of financial valuation concepts, including DCF, NPV and IRR

Familiarity with project finance transactions and documentation


Proven ability to lead an accurate and timely close process

Proactive and problem-solving mindset

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative, entrepreneurial environment

Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills


Interest in sustainability and related topics

WORK AUTHORIZATION

HASI is willing to take over sponsorship for existing H1-B visas for exceptional talent. We are unable to provide new H-1B sponsorship at this time.

EEO STATEMENT

The Company maintains a policy of non-discrimination in employment and complies with and supports all Federal, state, and local laws regarding discrimination in employment. Specifically, the Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices against any employee, intern, or applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic to the extent prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding staffing, selection, and promotions are made on the basis of individual qualifications related to the requirements of the position. If you need reasonable accommodation for a job opening, please connect with us at [email protected] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation. Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in that process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.