The Senior Controller oversees the company's financial closing processes, ensuring accuracy in reporting, managing multi-entity accounting, and maintaining general ledger integrity while driving process improvements and audits.
About Us
Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S.
Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.
Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.
We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.
If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.
About The Role
We are searching for a hands-on accounting leader responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the company’s financial close and reporting processes. This role plays a critical part in a multi-entity environment, supporting consolidations, intercompany activity, and project-based accounting while driving consistency and discipline across the close.
The ideal candidate brings deep general ledger expertise, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to operate both strategically and tactically within a fast-paced, evolving organization.
Responsibilities
- Play a key role in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion
- Prepare and review journal entries, including accruals, prepaids, and complex adjustments
- Perform account reconciliations, ensuring completeness and resolution of discrepancies
- Contribute to the preparation and review of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Support multi-entity close activities, including consolidations and intercompany eliminations
- Maintain integrity of the general ledger and ensure proper application of accounting policies (GAAP)
- Analyze financial results and investigate variances to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Support audit preparation and coordinate documentation for external auditors
- Strengthen and maintain internal controls and accounting processes
- Identify and drive improvements in close efficiency, documentation, and systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA a plus)
- 9+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger ownership
- Experience supporting external audits, with the ability to meet increased documentation and reporting requirements
- Experience in multi-entity environments, including consolidations and intercompany eliminations
- Experience supporting project-based accounting, including percentage of completion revenue recognition, CIP cost tracking, and project-level margin analysis
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
- Exposure to AI and automation tools, with the ability to apply technology to streamline accounting processes and reporting
Core Competencies
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Ability to operate both hands-on and at a higher level within the close process
- Process-driven with a focus on improving efficiency and consistency
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Benefits and Perks
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
· Training / Professional development opportunities
· 401(k) with 4% company match
· Summer Fridays
· Flexible remote/hybrid work options
· Paid parental leave
· Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
· Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
· Medical, dental, and vision coverage
· Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
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