Clean Energy is hiring: Manager Accounting in Newport Beach

Overview

Company Mission

Clean Energy is changing the way the world fuels its vehicles. Reducing pollution from the transportation industry is an important goal for our nation, and we at Clean Energy know just how realistic and attainable that goal is with natural gas fuel. Our mission is to create a healthier planet by eliminating carbon emissions in the transportation and dairy industries. Come join the team that is changing the way North America fuels transportation.

Our office is located on a beautiful campus in Newport Beach, California.

Benefits Offered - 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and more.

Competitive compensation of $125,000-$145,000 (Depends on experience)

Summary

Manage the month-end close process and ensure financials are delivered on a timely and accurate basis. Manage quarterly and annual external audits. Assist in the management of SOX compliance. Work with the accounting and finance departments to develop scalable, efficient accounting processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions and the GL team, including overseeing the proper recording of accounting transactions in the General Ledger in accordance with GAAP and the Company's accounting policies.
• Facilitate monthly closings and issue timely and accurate monthly financial reports.
• Review and ensure accuracy of balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Hire, recruit, train and lead department staff.
• Manage the quarterly and annual audit procedures for the GL team. Be the liaison for the external auditors to assist them in managing requests and gathering supporting documents for their audits.
• Assist in developing other internal control policies and procedures.
• Assist in the management of SOX compliance.
• Provide financial analysis support to functional and business groups including generation of ad hoc reports.
• Ensure that all employees are well informed of accounting policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Facilitate consistency at all levels of accounting and finance operations.
• Lead various efforts to automate close procedures and manage Accounting and Finance IT projects.
• Recommend policy and procedure improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervise a team of employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor\'s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field plus a minimum of 7 years of related experience, including a minimum of 2 years of management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel. Advanced knowledge of accounting and database software.

Licenses, Certifications

Valid Driver License (required)

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.