Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. Lightsource bp is a bp owned company with a mission to help drive the world's transition to low carbon energy.
With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalise on this growth. By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will 'be the change' on the world's energy transition to a more sustainable future.
We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place.
What You'll do
The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of solar assets during the construction phase of the project. Most of their solar assets will have debt and tax equity financing. They will be expected to have ownership over their assets and be the main point person for the project accounts and reporting.
Key Deliverables
Financial Accounting & Performance Management
Financial Compliance & Control
Business Partnering & Support
Duties and responsibilities
Management Accounts
Responsible to produce monthly management accounts
Reconcile account balances, maintain the general ledger, and perform month-end close duties
Ensure all underlying accounting records are maintained in accordance business policies
Work closely with our internal business partners to ensure all relevant information requests are delivered accurately and within agreed timescales
Construction Finance Operations
Business partner with relevant members of the construction team to understand monthly cash needs, and work with accounts payable to ensure all construction invoices are paid in a timely manner.
Maintain cash flow of project by drawing down debt and equity through construction and equity draws. Produce required relevant documentation for debt draws and monthly payments.
Work to gain an understanding of the commercial aspects of the financing agreements and how they translate to accounting.
Account for financing activities, including any complex tax equity and debt transactions as they relate to the project's financings.
Produce accurate monthly data sets that can be used to facilitate forecasts of future spend.
Lender Obligations and Reporting
Responsible for producing any unaudited financial statements as part of lender obligations during major financing events which occur during construction
Audit and Tax
Prepare of all schedules and supporting information required for year-end audit procedures
Assist in the preparation of schedules for quarterly tax payments, and year end corporate returns
Liaise with the external auditors and tax advisors as required
Play a major role in driving the completion of the audits as they relate to their relevant project assets
General day to day activity
Take a hands-on approach where required, staying adaptable and resilient
Take ownership and pride in the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of financial information
Taking an analytic approach to all tasks at hand, and providing insight to help in
Maintain a close relationship with the rest of the US ARC and Global ARC teams
Who we're looking for
Knowledge
The ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment interfacing with internal teams and external clients.
Ability to produce management accounts and analysis over a high volume of legal entities
Qualifications
CPA preferred
US GAAP and IFRS knowledge
Ability to organize workload and prioritize to maximum effect
Excellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognize and question anomalies
Set high standards of performance for yourself
Demonstrate excellent MS Excel skills
Experience
7-10 years of experience in a global company ideally with renewable energy, project infrastructure and/or manufacturing experience
Experience with accounting and reporting systems
Experience with tax equity preferred
Experience with accounts consolidation desired
Experience working with a global company
SAP experience preferred
Audit experience preferred
EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A GLOBAL COMPANY DESIRABLE
Why you'll make a great member of the team
Personal qualities
Keen problem solver who can focus on appropriate detail when solving problems and propose effective solutions
Ability to pick up systems and processes quickly
Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, dealing with different levels in the organization
Positive can-do attitude, ability to maintain a positive attitude in demanding situations
Work effectively as part of a team, share information with relevant parties
Willingness to take on a variety of duties as required
Be adaptable and open to change
FLEXIBLE APPROACH IN A FAST-PACED BUSINESS WHICH IS CONSTANTLY CHANGING, KEEP A CLEAR HEAD UNDER PRESSURE
We offer
Competitive compensation: $110,000 to $125,000 annually plus a discretionary 20% annual bonus.
Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment.
Retention bonuses
11 paid holidays
Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually.
401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution.
Hybrid working environment (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)
Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to $100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to $150/month.
Why you'll want to work with us
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.
