Accounting Manager (Non-Profit, Remote)

About the role

IREC is an independent nonprofit that builds the foundation for rapid adoption of clean energy and energy efficiency to benefit people, the economy, and our planet. Our vision is a 100% clean energy future that is reliable, resilient, and equitable. IREC develops and advances the regulatory reforms, technical standards, and workforce and community-based solutions needed to enable the streamlined integration of clean energy. IREC provides independent leadership and trusted clean energy expertise through three interrelated strategies:

• Workforce Development - IREC leads initiatives to build a diverse and qualified clean energy workforce while ensuring that clean energy workers have access to family-sustaining careers.
• Local Initiatives - IREC supports communities to develop policies and promote best practices that accelerate the equitable deployment of clean energy.
• State Regulatory Engagement - IREC represents the public interest in state regulatory proceedings and develops and disseminates best practices to ensure that distributed energy resources (DERs) can be equitably and efficiently integrated on the electric grid.

We value the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and thoughts, and believe it leads to better outcomes and greater organizational impact. We value the uniqueness and dignity of each individual and their right to be their true and complete self. We believe in the potential of the clean energy transition to advance equity in our nation.

Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight, Reporting, and Compliance
• Manage all day-to-day accounting operations as the sole in-house accountant for IREC
• Manage IREC’s external accounting firm and oversee the daily accounting operations, including reimbursements, AP, AR, general ledger, and reconciliations
• Responsible for the management of IREC’s cloud-based financial software platforms, including Bill.com and Intacct
• Prepare periodic financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual) that include balance sheets, income statements, and budget-to-actual reports
• Ensure that all IREC managers receive biweekly updates on billing and the latest financial status of their grants
• Support the CEO in contract review and compliance, flagging financial risks, and ensuring adherence to funder requirements, as well as preparing financial reports for the Board of Directors
• Grant Financial Management and Collaboration
• Oversee a portfolio of grants, contracts, and restricted funding across programs, including tracking, drawdown, forecasting, and reconciling multiple budgets for a single project
• Track and report on financial activity for government, foundation, and other restricted grants in accordance with funder and contract agreement requirements
• Responsibility for federal grant financial reporting (e.g., SF-425, FFR), as well as monthly budget reporting
• Collaborate with leadership and program staff on grant budget development, financial reporting, and budget modifications
• Provide variance analysis and budget guidance to program leaders, as well as financial insights and recommendations to support strategic planning and long-term organizational goals
• Internal Policy Controls and Improvements
• Lead audit preparation in partnership with external and forensic accountants; ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready at all times
• Develop, document, and continuously strengthen internal controls and financial policies, including travel reimbursements, credit card management, and expense authorization procedures
• Drive process improvements across financial operations, leveraging technology and best practices to increase efficiency and reduce risk

Required Skills and Capacities

• Hightly proficient with Sage Intacct, Bill.com, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
• Strong foundation in general and nonprofit accounting standards, including fund accounting (ASC 958), with the ability to consistently apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) across all financial functions. For federal grant management, familiarity with FAR requirements.
• 7+ years of general accounting experience, including:
• 3+ years of managerial-level financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting operations
• 2+ years working with grant-funded programs and demonstrated familiarity with federal and foundation grant compliance requirements
• Familiarity with government financial platforms, including EERE-PMC, VIPER, ASAP, FedConnect, and PAGE
• Proven experience serving as the primary liaison to an external accounting or audit firm, including coordinating audit preparation, documentation, and follow-through on findings
• Comfortable operating as the sole in-house accounting professional, with strong self-direction, sound judgment, and the ability to prioritize effectively without day-to-day supervision

Preferred Additional Skills and Capacities

• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Clear and confident written and verbal communicator, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-finance colleagues
• Willingness to be flexible, adapt to new technologies, learn, and continuously improve processes
• Experience interacting with the Board of Directors
• Passionate about clean energy, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility