Senior Analyst , Technical Accounting

Do you want to work with high-caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading infrastructure company backed by SoftBank Group and Ares Infrastructure, pairing cutting‑edge innovation with best‑in‑class execution. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data centre and power infrastructure to strengthen America's future.

Founded in 2019, SB Energy is a SoftBank Group company headquartered in Redwood City, California. In 2026, SoftBank Group and OpenAI announced a $1 billion investment to support SB Energy as their leading development and execution partner for data centre campuses, while Ares Infrastructure continues its long‑standing support of the company's growth. SB Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates some of the largest and most technically advanced energy and data centre infrastructure projects in the United States. Since its founding, the company has rapidly grown into a top‑tier integrated platform with more than 3 gigawatts (GW) in operation and a multi‑GW pipeline of energy and data centre infrastructure nationwide.

SB Energy also leverages a strong culture of innovation to identify and integrate new technologies into its projects, including its AI‑based digital platform, delivering energy infrastructure that is local, reliable, and matched to load. We are building the energy and infrastructure future—today.

Come join us in accelerating the energy and infrastructure transition!

Job Title: Senior Analyst , Technical Accounting

Basic function: We are seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Senior Analyst , Technical Accounting to support the organization’s accounting policy, technical accounting analysis, and complex transaction assessment, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and IFRS, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. This role researches and interprets accounting guidance, prepares technical memoranda, and partners closely with Financial Reporting, FP&A, Legal, and other cross‑functional teams to support accurate financial reporting and disclosures. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset to resolve complex accounting issues while supporting senior leadership with well‑documented, high‑quality accounting conclusions aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, interpret, and apply US GAAP and IFRS to support accurate accounting conclusions and financial reporting
• Prepare clear, well‑supported technical accounting memoranda for complex and non‑routine transactions (e.g., revenue recognition, equity‑based compensation, business combinations, impairments, leases, debt modifications)
• Monitor, analyze, and implement new accounting standards; assess business impact and support adoption efforts
• Support preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting by ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and disclosures
• Maintain and update accounting policies, whitepapers, and internal guidance documentation
• Provide technical accounting support for significant contracts and transactions, including review of commercial agreements in partnership with Legal and FP&A
• Support Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) and J‑SOX compliance, including documentation and evaluation of controls related to complex accounting areas
• Perform accounting research to support internal controls, audits, and management judgment documentation
• Partner with Financial Reporting to ensure consistent application of accounting policies across disclosures and financial statements
• Coordinate with external auditors on technical accounting topics, including responding to audit inquiries and supporting documentation requests
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure aligned accounting conclusions and disclosures
• Identify opportunities to improve technical accounting processes, documentation standards, and research efficiency
• Stay current on emerging accounting issues, industry practices, and regulator focus areas relevant to public companies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required (or active pursuit)
• 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a strong focus on technical accounting in a public company or SEC‑regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS reporting considerations
• Demonstrated experience researching, interpreting, and documenting complex accounting topics and non‑routine transactions
• Familiarity with SOX requirements and internal controls related to complex accounting areas
• Experience preparing technical accounting memos, policy documentation, and audit support materials
• Ability to partner effectively with Financial Reporting, FP&A, Legal, Tax, Treasury, and external auditors
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving skills with sound professional judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical matters to non‑accounting stakeholders
• High level of attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NetSuite ERP system and Workiva Reporting Solution.
• Background in public accounting (Big 4 or national firm) strongly preferred
• Continuous improvement mindset and experience with process optimization.

Travel: The position may require up to 10% domestic travel.

Location: : San Diego, CA, & Phoenix, AZ preferred or open for remote

Base : $70000-$115000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our team. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process.

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full‑time employees enjoy:

100% Company‑Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents)

401(k) with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions)

Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions)

Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits

Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data

Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans

Device Purchase Support

At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!

SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.

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