As a Director on the Accounting Team, you will help build the Company's Tax Function from the ground up. This is an excellent opportunity to both build and execute on behalf of a growing IPP, while growing professionally within a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities- Own all aspects of Tax (Local, State, and Federal) for the Company, including compliance, structuring, forecasting, and reporting
- Lead the annual ASC 740 income tax reporting process, including annual provisions, deferred tax asset/liability analysis, valuation allowance evaluation, and uncertain tax positions.
- Lead preparation of federal and state tax returns and partnership K-1s in conjunction with external tax preparers
- Own the structuring of and compliance with State and Local tax matters, including Sales & Use Tax and Property Tax and manage audits/inquiries/relationships with IRS and state/local tax authorities
- Support Capital Markets and Legal in the structuring and negotiation of tax monetization transactions
- Own tax reporting to tax equity and project finance counterparties in existing financings
- Enhance existing tax control processes and assist in the creation of new controls as the Company continues growing
- Support Development and Commercial in analyzing federal and local incentives and impacts on projects under development, including assisting in PILOT negotiations with local municipalities
- Build the Tax Department over time by recruiting, onboarding, training, and supporting additional team members
- Work on special projects as necessary, including (but not limited to) prevailing wage and apprenticeship compliance, ITC qualification analysis, and withholding tax compliance.
Key Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
- 7-10 years of progressive tax experience required
- CPA designation or Masters in Taxation strongly preferred
- Qualified candidates will have experience in Renewable Energy, Traditional Power, or Infrastructure development, with some experience supporting tax monetization transactions.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organization abilities
- Ability to manage multiple complex processes or long-term projects simultaneously
- Experience managing and developing employees is preferred
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with experience presenting to management or external capital providers
- Fluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Flexible on candidate location with strong preference for Denver/Boulder, New York City, or Boston
Compensation and BenefitsJob Type: Permanent, Full-time. Ability to work in the United States is a requirement.
Salary: Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
Bonus: Competitive bonus based on performance
Benefits: Flatiron offers an excellent benefit package with comprehensive health care, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, and other health and wellness benefits.
