[Hiring] Senior Accountant @Institute for Energy Economics and Finan

Role Description

The senior accountant is a key member of IEEFA's US-based Finance team, responsible for day-to-day accounting operations including:

• Accounts receivable
• Accounts payable
• Payroll support
• Financial reporting

This role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records across the organization's accounting systems and supports consolidated reporting across IEEFA's global entities. The senior accountant reports to the Finance Manager and works closely with the CFO and Finance Team to maintain consistent financial operations.

This is a remote position, based anywhere in the United States with opportunities to travel for in-person meetings and events. This position collaborates with international colleagues and IEEFA produces consolidated financials with its subsidiary, IEEFA Australia Ltd.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in nonprofit accounting or finance operations including multi-currency accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software.
• Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Familiarity with grant-funded organizations, grant accounting, and revenue recognition for restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Experience with financial statement preparation and month-end/year-end close processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communicator who can work across teams, time zones, and cultures.
• Flexible, team-oriented approach with willingness to work as part of a diverse global workforce.
• Highly organized; able to check work products for accuracy, set priorities, and meet objectives and deadlines with limited direction while working remotely.
• Commitment to IEEFA's mission to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable and profitable energy economy.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Maintain and ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and grants receivable aging reports.
• Review grant agreements to determine proper revenue recognition and appropriately record and code all revenue in the accounting system.
• Create grant and program codes in the accounting system for new grants/programs.
• Maintain the accounts payable system and ensure it properly syncs with the accounting system.
• Serve as backup to process incoming vendor bills in the accounts payable system.
• Verify W-2s and W-3s prior to filing by the payroll provider.
• Maintain the accuracy of the general ledger by generating monthly reports.
• Perform monthly bank and purchase card reconciliations and close the fiscal period in the accounting system.
• Provide support during the annual audit process.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a salary range of $84,228 - USD 101,652 USD.
• Paid time off
• Sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Professional Development Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Home office set-up stipend
• Co-working space stipend
• Monthly mobile phone allowance
• Technology equipment provided
• 401(k)-retirement plan

Work Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours/week. Due to required collaboration with international colleagues and IEEFA's global subsidiaries, the schedule may include occasional early morning or evening hours. Time off will be provided elsewhere in the schedule to compensate.

Travel

The senior accountant will work remotely and may be based anywhere in the United States. Some travel is required. Attendance is required at team retreats two to four times a year, some domestic and some international.

Physical Demand and Work Environment

Must be able to work for prolonged periods at a computer. Computer work can involve repetitive motion, eyestrain, back, and neck strain.

EOE Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at IEEFA. All members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing all team members with a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

IEEFA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at +1-704-620-3447.

To Apply

Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please be sure to add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.