Accounting Manager (Remote in Northeast)

LOCATION: Remote.

Must live in one of the following states: CT, MA, NH, NY, RI, VT.

For nearly 50 years, CET has helped people and businesses save energy and reduce waste. As a mission-driven non-profit, we partner with city, state, and federal agencies, utilities, homeowners, and business owners across the U.S. to build a just and equitable transition to the low-carbon economy.

We are seeking a results-oriented, team-focused Accounting Manager to drive our financial operations forward. In this role, you will ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all accounting standards and regulations. As the key leader in managing our financial accounts, payroll, budget, invoicing, cash receipts, and financial assets, you will play an essential role in maintaining efficient processes and effective controls. If you have a strong understanding of accounting principles, exceptional leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we want to hear from you!

As Accounting Manager, you will lead our financial operations and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on our financial health and contribute to our success. This includes:

• Overseeing accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collections.
• Managing payroll, maintaining accurate employee records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Developing and implementing budgets, monitoring financial performance, and reconciling financial transactions.
• Preparing and presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management.
• Coordinating internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.
• Maintaining high-quality financial data, implementing procedures for verification and quality control.
• Staying updated on accounting regulations and ensuring adherence to GAAP and other standards.

For this position, you will bring the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software (proficiency in ERP accounting software--NetSuite strongly preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to present clear financial reports.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting regulations; experience with utilities or government agencies is a plus.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Physical Demands/Conditions Requirements: 

Must have remote office set-up with reliable high-speed internet free from distractions and interruptions. Daily requirements may include but are not limited to the following: Environment: Home office environment. Physical Demands: Walking, sitting, standing, keying, repetitive movements. Equipment Used: Computer, cell phone, and office equipment. 

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skill, and ability. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitude to perform each duty proficiently. This job posting in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. 

Compensation and Benefits:

At CET, we are committed to transparency and equity in our compensation practices. The compensation range in the job posting reflects the range of pay available for this role. Individual compensation will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

CET provides you with excellent benefits, including work-life balance, 3 weeks of vacation, 13 holidays, 9 days of personal/sick time; medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; pet insurance, pre-tax flexible and dependent care spending accounts, pre-tax health savings account, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, and a retirement plan with a 3% company match. CET provides a monthly $85 stipend for your home internet and/or phone expenses. 

This is a full-time exempt position. You may work remotely or may work out of our office in Northampton, Massachusetts. CET will provide you with a laptop and other office technology. 

About Us:

For all of our work, we bring together a diverse team of environmental consultants, building scientists, engineers, sales, operations, and communications specialists to implement cost-effective and lasting solutions. We’re a hands-on, action-oriented organization—everyday someone on our team is:

• Conducting residential and commercial energy audits and advising building owners on efficiency and electrification opportunities;
  
• Helping businesses reduce waste, including improving recycling or implementing wasted food diversion programs;
  
• Working with a municipal electric utility to build innovative financing and incentive programs to accelerate electrification;
• Designing outreach materials that help make green make sense for our target audience.

The need to tackle climate change and rapidly decarbonize our economy makes our work more urgent than ever!

CET is committed to racial justice and inclusion. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Framework spans all internal and external policies, practices, and services. The candidates we seek share this commitment to equity and find fulfillment in building an inclusive culture in a collaborative, non-linear, and continuous learning environment.

For this position, your home office must be in one of these states: CT, MA, NH, NY, RI, VT. 

CET is an equal opportunity employer and provider. We strive for a welcoming and inclusive environment. Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply. You may include military service assignments, and any verified work performed on a volunteer basis. If you are an individual with a disability needing reasonable accommodation or assistance at any time during the application process, please contact us at hr@cetonline.org.