Staff Accountant

Company Overview

Nevados is the premier solar tracker company for PV power plants built on sloped and rolling terrain. We offer innovative all-terrain trackers paired with a comprehensive software suite in an integrated technology platform that optimizes solar performance, improves plant reliability and respects the natural landscape. Headquartered in Oakland and backed by institutional capital, Nevados is transforming utility-scale PV deployment with our tracking solutions and partnership approach.

Nevados is a distributed organization with many team members working remotely, while other roles require an in office and on-site presence. Specifics of the work location, travel expectations and other role requirements are outlined in the position overview. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and able to manage their time effectively.

Position Overview:

As a Project Accountant, your primary responsibility is to provide financial support and oversight for projects within an organization. You will be responsible for monitoring project financials, tracking costs, ensuring accurate billing and invoicing, and analyzing project profitability. Your role involves collaborating with project teams, project managers, and finance departments to ensure financial success and adherence to project budgets.

This position can be based remotely, and candidates must be willing to travel at least 10-20% of the time for company off-sites, conferences, trade shows, site visits, and other potential events as needed.

• Project Billing and Invoicing: Prepare accurate and timely project invoices and billing documentation. Collaborate with project managers to ensure proper project milestone billing
• Project Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with financial terms and conditions of project contracts or agreements. Review project contracts to understand financial requirements, billing milestones, and revenue recognition criteria.
• Oversee the issuance and management of change orders, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date
• Conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage billing functions efficiently to ensure timely invoicing and payment
• Prepare and maintain project budgets
• Track project expenses and revenue
• Analyze project financial data and provide insights to project managers
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Manage project billing and invoicing process
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure financial goals are met
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation
• Assist with project forecasting, planning and reconciling

• Minimum of 3 years' experience accounting experience, preferably in accounts receivable
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and NetSuite
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Experience in project management is a plus

Benefits & Total Compensation Package

Nevados offers competitive base salary, bonus, commission (if applicable to the role) and stock options commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full time employees and their eligible dependents are offered medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and vol life. We also offer 401(k) participation, unlimited PTO, generous sick leave, paid company holidays and additional benefit offerings as we continue to grow.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Unless otherwise explicitly stated as a requirement of the role, candidates must be willing to travel at least 10-20% of the time for company off-sites, conferences, trade shows, site visits, and other potential events as needed.

Don't meet every qualification listed in the job posting above? Apply anyways! Nevados is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a more inclusive ecosystem that integrates women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups into the cleantech sector and the broader tech industry. We strongly encourage applications from qualified individuals, even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly. You might be a fit for this role or another open position.

Interview Process

At Nevados, our interview process is designed to be comprehensive and thorough to ensure the best fit for both the candidate and our team. It typically entails 3-5 conversations over the course of 3-4 weeks. This timeline and format may vary based on the role as well as availability of team members and the candidate. The process is subject to change at any time.

Phone Screen: An initial call with Recruiting to discuss your background, expectations, and interest in the role.

Discussions with Hiring Managers: In-depth calls with hiring managers/team members to assess your technical skills and fit.

Cross Functional Team Member Interviews: Meetings to gauge team dynamics and working style.

Executive Leadership Conversations: Discussions with our executive team to ensure alignment with the company's strategic goals and vision.

Professional Reference Checks: The final step before an offer involves contacting your provided professional references to verify your qualifications and past performance.

We look forward to getting to know you better and exploring the possibility of you joining our team!