Position Summary
HASI is seeking a Senior Manager – Technical Accounting to join our accounting team in Annapolis, MD. This role will be responsible for evaluating the appropriate accounting treatment for our investments (equity investments, debt securities, financing receivables, real estate and securitizations) as well as the subsequent accounting for certain complex transactions including research and applying facts to judgmental areas of the accounting guidance. This role will also support quarterly close activities such as entries for Equity Method Investments, Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL) analysis, and footnote development. This position will report to our AVP – Technical Accounting.
Salary Range
Expected salary range of $155,000-$180,000, based on experience and location. In addition, HASI offers an annual bonus program; 401(k) with company match; an equity incentive program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Responsibilities
Collaborating other departments to assess the impact of transaction terms on their related accounting treatment
Drafting and reviewing accounting memos to document our accounting conclusions for our investments as well as select other technical accounting matters
Collaborating with joint venture partner accounting teams in the preparation and review of equity investment income/loss allocations using the hypothetical liquidation at book value (“HLBV”) method and the traditional equity method
Researching accounting issues for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles
Contributing to the operating effectiveness of our compliance with a Sarbanes-Oxley (404) internal controls environment
Creating efficiencies in processes through the use of automation tools
Assisting with the quarterly asset impairment analysis
Education and Prior Work Experience
6+ years of relevant accounting and industry experience
CPA certification
Public accounting experience working with publicly traded companies subject to SOX internal control requirements and 10Q/10K filing deadlines
Experience with US GAAP codification sections ASC 810, ASC 323, ASC 310, ASC 860, ASC 842, and ASC 606
Demonstrated experience of technical accounting research
Experience drafting accounting memos and accounting policies
Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the hypothetical liquidation at book value method for equity method investment income/loss allocations
Energy or financial services industries experience preferred
Required Knowledge and Skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong proficiency in Excel with an understanding of data analysis techniques
Dependable and reliable, excellent at taking initiative, and can work independently without close supervision
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, innovative, entrepreneurial environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Composure under pressure with the ability to balance competing priorities
Ability to rapidly and accurately analyze complex information and communicate the information concisely
Interest in sustainability and related topics