Accountant I Salary in Charlotte, NC

Deriva Energy, a portfolio company of Brookfield Renewable U.S., who is a nationwide leader in sustainable energy provides wind, solar, resilient backup power, and managed energy services to over 1,000 projects across the U.S., with a total electric capacity of more than 5,100 megawatts of nonregulated renewable energy is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to be based in their Charlotte, North Carolina, headquarters.Reporting to the Controller, the Technical Accounting Manager, a CPA with eight (8) years of direct relevant experience is required, with a sustained demonstration of accounting skills. The Technical Accounting Manager is an individual contributor role; however, individuals in this role should have the ability to lead and provide guidance to other Managers, Directors and Senior leaders. The ideal candidate will possess strong attributes for accuracy, have a high competency in accounting principles and be people oriented. Assignments for the Technical Accounting Manager frequently require the ability to effectively converse, provide detailed explanations and challenge and/or defend points of view. Assignments for this role relate to areas of accounting that are complex where the accounting theory is gray and requires significant judgment.ResponsibilitiesRepresent the company as primary accounting subject matter expert in complex areas such as but not limited to leases, derivatives, consolidations, revenue recognition, impairment assessments etc.Provide guidance and direction to stakeholders for accounting of major transactions, new accounting issues, new accounting guidance, and significant non-recurring transactionsAccounting research for transactions which the Company has less, if any, historic experience or requires more judgment, including researching accounting for new business strategiesDocumentation of significant accounting or reporting mattersInteracting with the external auditors on significant accounting transactions and topicsProvide input to operational management for changes to approach, contracts, language, etc. in order to drive the desired resultsLeading implementation of new accounting standards with broad impacts to the CompanyProvide superior customer service to both internal and external customersStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsOther duties and ad-hoc tasks as assignedRequirementsEight (8) years of direct relevant experience is requiredCertified Public Accountant or equivalent is requiredBachelor's degree with major in accounting, finance or other closely related disciplineA Masters degree in Accounting is preferredAble to research accounting theory in areas where the Company has less, if any, historic experience, and recommend how to apply theory to a new transactionAbility to support accounting theory and application with external auditorsPractical experience in transaction accounting including purchase accounting, discontinued operations, assets held for sale, leases, revenue recognition, and accounting for goodwillExperience managing large projects that require collaboration with multiple departments throughout the organization (i.e. implementation of new accounting standard, audits, acquisition planning, etc.)Motivated problem solver with the ability to sort through issues to create and recommend improvements;Possesses and applies fundamental accounting and finance concepts, practices, and proceduresEffective and advanced communication skills (both written and verbal skills) in presenting complex material to all levels of the organization including senior managementCan drive processes to ensure timely and accurate decisionsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple situations simultaneouslyProactive and the ability to work independently, escalating issues when appropriateProficiency with MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Powerpoint and MS ExcelStrong written and oral communication skills

Tax Senior Associate | Charlotte, North Carolina | $80,000 - $10,0000This isn't just a job. You'll be working for a firm who truly want to make a difference, in their jobs, for their clients and for their community. Whether it's excelling at the job. Volunteering at food banks. This team is in it together.They also understand the balance though of face-to-face interaction, and simply getting stuff done working from home. So, you can split your time accordingly between the office and working from home.You will work for a firm who cares about you. They spend time tweaking their offering to make their working environment great. They have invested heavily in their rewards package and offer generous PTO, flexible working, volunteering opportunities and great training and development support.You are a great Senior Tax Associate, so you probably don't need me to spell out what you do day to day, this will role will be a mixed role with some great variety built in.In terms of requirements, the key bits are:• CPA, EA or perhaps JD.• Minimum 3 years' experience within public accounting• You will be happy working in a hybrid role in Charlotte, NC with a mix of home and office working.