Controller/Accounting Manager-Nelnet Renewable Energy

Nelnet
Wheeling, IL, US
$120K-$170K a year
Full-time

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist with financial statement review, analysis, description, and distribution, and consolidation of financial statements.
  • Application of internal controls over all accounting functions.
  • Lead, train, retain and develop staff.
  • Provide feedback to the leadership team regarding key performance indicators (leading indicators).
  • Lead monthly revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606 by partnering with operations, estimating and finance.
  • Partner with operations, estimating, and business development on operational and financial improvements and associated reporting.
  • Partner with procurement on improvement of processes and policies.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecast updates.
  • Perform review of journal entries, analysis, and reporting related to complex GAAP accounting transactions.
  • Apply results of research to the Company’s operations and / or specific transactions.
  • Reconcile complex accounts, extensive research, advanced problem solving, and resolution within corporate standards.
  • Assist with various accounting projects and report on performance.
  • Manage expectations through consistent and timely updates.
  • Ensure compliance with Federal regulations and departmental policies.
  • Analyze long-term impacts and plans accordingly.
  • Work with external organizations and internal departments on project initiatives and various accounting issues.
  • Lead and participate in the financial perspective of multiple renewable energy investments and projects.
  • Strive to make a difference through continued self-improvement.

EDUCATION :

4 year college degree preferred, advanced degree or CPA preferred.

EXPERIENCE :

6+ years of experience preferably mostly in the A / E / C field , 3+ years supervisory or leadership experience.

COMPETENCIES SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES :

  • Experience in revenue recognition on construction or engineering contracts in accordance with ASC 606
  • Service Excellence
  • Oral communications
  • Written communications
  • Problem Solving
  • Managing Multiple Priorities
  • Decision Making and Critical Thinking
  • Leadership
  • Team Management and Team Building
  • Planning : Tactical, Strategic
  • Managing Workforce Diversity
  • Project Management

Compensation range for this role is $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K / student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program.

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Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to race, color, religion / creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by

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