Project Accountant

Project Accountant | Energy Storage | Chicago (Hybrid)

I’m working with a well-capitalized energy storage platform that’s scaling one of the largest battery portfolios in the U.S. They are backed by a top-tier infrastructure investor and actively developing, constructing, and operating utility-scale projects across multiple ISO markets.

They’re hiring a Project Accountant to join their accounting operations team in Chicago (hybrid, 3 days in-office).

• Own journal entries and reconciliations across multiple project entities
• Review and analyze project trial balances and identify cost variances
• Partner closely with AP to improve coding accuracy and processes
• Support month-end close, audits, and lender-related items like draw requests
• Get exposure to projects across development, construction, and operations

• 2–4 years of accounting experience (public accounting strongly preferred)
• Solid GAAP foundation and real GL ownership
• Experience working across multiple entities or projects
• Big 4/top public accounting, renewables, power, infrastructure, or construction experience is a requirement
• CPA or CPA-track is a plus, not required

• Real assets in operation, not a concept-stage company
• Exposure to one of the fastest-growing areas in energy
• Strong learning curve with room to grow into senior project or operations accounting
• High-visibility role on a lean, execution-focused team

• 50% Bonus and equity eligibility
• Full benefits package

• Associate

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing
• Services for Renewable Energy and Electric Power Generation