Accounting Manager

About the Opportunity

At Skyven Technologies, we have developed a revolutionary heat pump technology to decarbonize industrial heat. We implement this technology through an innovative Energy-as-a-Service model that saves our customers money with no capital outlay. We are hiring ​an Accounting Manager as a key role to join our dynamic Finance team. This is an opportunity to make a real impact at an innovative and growing climate tech company.

Industrial heat is responsible for a large share of global CO2 emissions, roughly equivalent to emissions generated by all transportation (including land, sea, and air). And it is a compelling business opportunity – it will take an estimated $3.7 trillion in capital investment to decarbonize the sector by 2050. Skyven is at the forefront of this transformation and has recently achieved a significant milestone by being selected for a $145M investment from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to accelerate the deployment of our state-of-the-art Skyven Arcturus steam-generating heat pumps (SGHPs) at manufacturing facilities nationwide, revolutionizing how we address energy needs while combating climate change. 

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager who will manage Skyven's accounting function, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and working with stakeholders across the company. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is a talented problem-solver with sound judgment, and has a passionate interest in climate change. To support the growth of our climate tech company, someone with a proven track record of efficiently managing and improving financial operations will be well positioned to succeed in this role. Additionally, the role involves managing funding from the US federal government, assessing tax and compliance issues across multiple geographies and implementing accounting processes for project finance agreements. 

Responsibilities

• Accounting: Run Skyven’s Accounting function in collaboration with our external service provider. Ensure accurate, timely and efficient business operations in accordance with company needs, internal controls and external requirements & regulations. 
• Systems, Policies, and Processes: Build and improve Skyven’s financial capacity through adequate design and implementation of systems, policies and processes. A critical part is managing and expanding the use of our new accounting system, such that it optimally supports Skyven’s business and the management of US federal funding. 
• Technical Accounting: Solve complex accounting issues related to Skyven’s Energy-as-a-Service model, project finance agreements, special purpose entities, and related topics. 
• Reporting: Provide timely and accurate financial statements and other standard reports for internal and external purposes. 
• Tax: Oversee and support tax preparation for Skyven and its subsidiaries. Manage tax assessments for projects across various jurisdictions. 
• Audit: Ensure Skyven’s audit readiness and manage corporate and grant-specific audits with external auditors. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal teams, including project development, legal, and engineering, as well as external partners and consultants, to ensure alignment and achieve financial objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• 5-7+ years working in or managing a company’s accounting operations
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Experience developing finance systems, policies, and processes
• Experience managing external parties such as tax/audit firms and financial service providers
• Experience managing US federal funding and compliance
• Experience working in multiple industries and geographies
• Experience with project finance and special purpose entities
• Experience conducting or participating in audits
• Ability to solve complex technical accounting issues
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to articulate complex financial topics to stakeholders at all levels
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Preferred:  

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• CPA License

Benefits

• Base salary: $110,000 - $140,000
• Stock options
• Flexible PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision
• 401k

Location

• Fully remote; we are a remote first organization
• Must live in and be authorized to work in the United States