Director of Accounting Operations - Jupiter Power

Jupiter Power is an energy infrastructure company focused on the development, construction, and operation of energy storage assets in wholesale electricity markets. Formed in 2017, the company is a national leader in energy storage deployment, utilizing its proprietary dispatch optimization applications to support both merchant and contracted structures. Backed by BlackRock’s Diversified Infrastructure business, Jupiter Power has a strategic and established portfolio of 787.5 MW/1375 MWh of utility-scale energy storage projects operating or in construction in the U.S., with a leading pipeline of over 11,000 MW in active development. 

The Role  

Jupiter Power is looking for a Director of Accounting Operations who will be a key financial leader, responsible for overseeing all aspects of accounting across multiple legal entities for our organization. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting in a complex, fast-paced growth environment, with specific experience in the energy sector preferred. The Director of Accounting Operations will ensure financials are recorded in compliance with GAAP, oversee Accounts Payable and the month end process, support strategic initiatives, and maintain compliance with all requirements. This position will provide leadership and mentoring to a team of accounting professionals. 

 
Responsibilities 

• Oversee Jupiter’s Accounting Operations function, including processes and procedures adequate for achieving Jupiter's goals and objectives and maintenance of the chart of accounts and a system of controls over accounting transactions 

• Maintain documentation of Jupiter’s accounting policies and procedures 

• Ensure timely and efficient processes for closing the general ledger on a monthly basis, reviewing and approving journal entries and ensuring transactions are coded accurately 

• Ensure accounts payable are paid in a timely manner and all reasonable discounts taken 

• Ensure periodic bank reconciliations are completed 

• Ensure accounts receivable are collected promptly 

• Manage the timely and accurate issuance of draw packages under our financing facilities 

• Manage accounting and financial systems including General Ledger , Accounts Payable, Company Expenses Reimbursement, and maintain full and accurate accounting records, working with team members throughout the organization  

• Drive continual improvement and streamline processes using standardization and automation to scale the business. 

• Manage bank accounts, activities, fees and fluctuations, month end reconciliations, and maintain banking relationships 

• Oversee daily tasks of the Accounting team and provide leadership and guidance on day-to-day activities and unforeseen challenges 

• Plan and implement special projects as needed 

• Help provide and prepare information for reports in a timely manner 

• Assist in preparation for the annual audits and tax returns 

• Other duties as assigned 

Jupiter seeks individuals eager to develop their core professional knowledge, learn new areas of the business and take on additional responsibilities within Jupiter’s dynamic team. Secondary responsibilities will be tailored to individual candidate backgrounds as well as company priorities. 

Requirements

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: 

• Attention to detail and good time management skills, while being able to be attuned to the needs of the overall organization 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and Outlook 

• Strong organizational and communication skills 

• Confidentiality and integrity 

• Unafraid to take ownership and initiative in order to be to be effective within a highly motivated, fast-moving team. 

• Knowledge of accounting software especially Sage Intacct, Accrualify, Expensify and/or other invoice processing and/or expense report systems. 

• Experience with payroll processing. Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred 

• Leadership skills to train and mentor Accounting professionals, as well as to develop processes to support a high growth environment 

Required Education & Experience 

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or related field 

• Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred 

• 8+ years of accounting experience with 1+ years of supervisory experience 
   

Physical requirements and environment: 

This role is office-based with limited travel required.  There will be a minimum in-office requirement of three days per week. Candidates will be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time, and must be able to lift up to ten pounds repetitively. 

Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and may be subject to drug tests as a condition of employment.