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Our World Energy

Controller - Solar

Our World Energy, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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The Controller at Our World Energy will be a key financial leader responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance functions. This role will drive financial accountability across the organization and implement best-in-class processes to support Our World Energy’s rapid growth. The Controller will work cross-functionally to support strategic decision-making while maintaining a disciplined and audit-ready finance function. Job Opening: Controller (Solar)

Location: Phoenix, AZ (onsite)

Reports to: CEO

Team: Executive Leadership – Finance

About This Role

The Controller at Our World Energy will be a key financial leader responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance functions. This role will drive financial accountability across the organization and implement best-in-class processes to support Our World Energy’s rapid growth. The Controller will work cross-functionally to support strategic decision-making while maintaining a disciplined and audit-ready finance function.

Job Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accuracy

Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow. Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.

Accounting Operations

Manage all accounting functions, including AP, AR, payroll, bank reconciliations, and expense tracking. Lead preparation for internal and external audits in collaboration with external auditors. Ensure strong internal controls are implemented and consistently followed.

Compliance & Tax

Ensure compliance with GAAP (or IFRS if applicable) and maintain audit readiness at all times. Coordinate with external tax advisors to manage filings, deductions, and tax compliance.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Lead or assist in the annual budgeting process and develop cash flow and financial forecasts. Monitor financial performance against budget and highlight key variances.

Policy & Procedure Development

Develop and enforce accounting policies, controls, and operational procedures. Implement scalable systems that promote financial discipline and organizational efficiency.

Strategic Insight

Provide financial insights to support company-wide decision-making and resource allocation. Partner with the CEO and CFO to evaluate ROI on key projects and contribute to long-term financial planning.

Education

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. CPA designation preferred.

Required Experience

7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including leadership of accounting teams. Experience in the solar, construction, or energy sectors is highly preferred. Prior audit, compliance, and tax coordination experience required.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks. Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (NetSuite, QuickBooks, or UKG preferred). Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

Soft Skills

Strategic thinker with excellent attention to detail. Proactive, highly organized, and results-driven. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Measures Of Success

Timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Compliance with internal controls and audit readiness Budget performance tracking and variance identification Scalable accounting processes that support company growth

Seniority level

Seniority level Director Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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