Project Accountant
Apex Clean Energy - Charlottesville, VA
Hiring: Project Accountant Company: Apex Clean Energy Location: Charlottesville, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 13:17:05 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Apex, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office About the job Experience: •3+ years in a project accounting related role, preferred working with multi-level partnerships Required Skills: •Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future. •Our ideal candidate is driven, eager to learn, coachable and excited about the potential of operating independently upon demonstrating measurable results and the ability to add value. This is an exciting opportunity to elevate Apex's brand as a leader within the industry, amplify project efforts, and help projects from early days to realization. •Office Location: Headquarters in Charlottesville, VA (On-site employees have the ability to work a hybrid schedule - 3 days/week). Open to remote work! •Actively facilitate and support accounting team with multiple wind, solar or storage projects. •Understand relevant accounting schedules and GL account reconciliations performed by staff accounting personnel to provide valuable insight, direction, and assistance in preparation and review of accounting schedules on an as-needed basis. •Read and understand contracts relevant to allocated projects to ensure proper accounting in accordance with GAAP. •Perform monthly income statement budget to actual analysis, monthly income statement trend analysis, and ability to provide detailed explanations for any unusual fluctuations. •Manage project cash accounts, including but not limited to bank reconciliations, updating cash forecasts, and recommend distributions as applicable. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s or higher degree in accounting, CPA preferred •Strong knowledge and experience with GAAP accounting. •Strong experience and understanding of financial reporting and multilevel partnership consolidation structures. •Demonstrated capacity to read and comprehend contracts in detail. •A self-starter who takes initiative and has proven ability to work independently. •Outstanding organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet simultaneous deadlines. •Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically strong Excel skills. •Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. •Must be a good team player who is willing to work in a flexible environment. •Option to work at our Headquarters in Charlottesville, Virginia or work remotely. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!