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Full-Time

Sr. GL and Financial Reporting Manager

Posted on 8/22/2024

Pine Gate Renewables

Pine Gate Renewables

201-500 employees

Develops and operates utility-scale solar farms

Energy

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Financial Accounting
Financial Analysis
Management Accounting
Accounting
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • At least 5-7 years of financial reporting and general ledger experience
  • Proficiency with intercompany transactions and eliminations
  • Complex Organizational Structures
  • ERP Implementation
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Audit Experience
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Working Knowledge of GAAP
  • Proficient knowledge and use of automated accounting systems
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, and General Ledger software
Responsibilities
  • Prepare monthly consolidated financials and management reporting packages.
  • Ensure all financial and management reports are complete and accurate.
  • Foster relationships with functional areas of the business to improve financial reporting and problem-solving.
  • Maintain general ledger structure, continuously optimizing accounting processes.
  • Assess, research and document appropriate US GAAP treatment for various transactions within the business. Write the company’s accounting policies as needed.
  • Own implementing and maintaining portions of upstream data systems that impact accuracy of financials.
  • Actively support the growth of the business: identify and drive process improvements, complete special projects as needed, and embrace change.
  • Oversee the general ledger, consolidated financial reporting, and supporting monthly budget to actuals reporting functions.
  • Assist with day-to-day activities, including journal entries, monthly reconciliations, and account analysis, explaining any changes in the accounts.
  • Prepare/review monthly financial statements ensuring they accurately reflect the transactions of the organization.
  • Help build the Corporate Accounting brand across Pine Gate Renewables by fostering relationships with the functional areas of the business to assist in more accurate consolidating financial reporting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Assist with design, implementation, and execution of accounting and financial software implementations.
  • Meet expectations and adhere to deadlines.

Pine Gate Renewables develops solar farms across the United States, partnering with landowners, communities, and utility companies to create clean energy solutions. They focus on utility-scale solar farm development, managing everything from site selection to maintenance, and sell the generated electricity to utility companies through long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs). This approach provides a stable revenue stream and a reliable source of clean energy. Their goal is to promote renewable energy while benefiting all parties involved.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$1.7B

Headquarters

Charlotte, North Carolina

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

3%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $650 million investment from Generate Capital, HOOPP, and HESTA significantly boosts Pine Gate Renewables' financial stability and growth potential.
  • Acquiring a 450 MW project portfolio from Redeux Energy expands their footprint in the MISO South energy market, enhancing their market presence.
  • Collaborations with institutions like the University of North Texas for biodiversity research demonstrate Pine Gate's commitment to environmental sustainability and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The renewable energy sector is highly competitive, requiring Pine Gate Renewables to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Dependence on long-term PPAs could be a double-edged sword if market conditions change unfavorably, impacting future contract negotiations.

What makes Pine Gate Renewables unique

  • Pine Gate Renewables focuses exclusively on utility-scale solar farm development, setting it apart from competitors who may diversify into other renewable energy sources.
  • Their end-to-end service model, from site selection to maintenance, ensures a streamlined and efficient process for landowners and utility companies.
  • The company secures long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs), providing a stable and predictable revenue stream, unlike competitors who may rely on more volatile market conditions.
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