Senior Accounting Analyst

Senior Accounting Analyst – Deriva Energy

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer operating and developing more than 6 GW of wind, solar, and storage projects across the United States. This in‑person position is located in Charlotte, NC and requires a schedule of four days in the office each week.

The Financial Accounting team partners closely with the business to support a growing portfolio of non‑regulated renewable assets. The Senior Accounting Analyst is responsible for monthly close, account reconciliation, cash analysis, SOX controls and other assigned accounting tasks. The role requires strong attention to detail, process improvement drive, and a solid foundation in general accounting principles.

• Perform monthly general ledger closing for assigned projects and financings.
• Perform cash analysis for certain payments from assigned projects.
• Complete account reconciliations for assigned solar and wind operating projects and for financing accounts.
• Analyze financial information, recognize significant variances, trends and irregularities, understand causes/drivers, and summarize findings for management.
• Interact and support site operating personnel, corporate personnel, external auditors, vendors and consultants as required.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets.
• Support the growth of the business by developing new accounting systems, controls, and processes.
• Become knowledgeable of assigned projects and portfolios by reviewing financing and partnership agreements.
• Complete ad‑hoc requests for internal and external parties or special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline.
• Three (3) or more years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in a related field.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or working toward CPA.
• Five (5) or more years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in a related field.
• Strong technical skills and working knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Public accounting experience (Big Four or large regional).
• Experience with company consolidation and limited‑liability company/partnership accounting.
• Fundamental accounting and finance concepts, practices and procedures applied consistently.
• Experience using Net Suite, IFS, One Stream, SSAS Cubes, or similar financial applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Power BI and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proven problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Team‑oriented, fostering positive relationships with teammates and business partners.

• Position will be located at the Deriva Headquarters office in Charlotte, NC.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Attractive Bonus Potential

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Deriva is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem‑solving, leadership, and teamwork developed through veteran service.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Accounting / Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Services for Renewable Energy