IFRS Accounting Manager at Longroad Energy

Description

About Longroad Energy

Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US.

Job Purpose

As the IFRS Accounting Manager, you will leverage your expertise to develop the Company’s accounting policies, perform technical accounting assessments, and prepare financial statements in compliance with IFRS. This role plays a critical part in delivering accurate financial information, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across finance operations to drive alignment to IFRS standards. This individual contributor role offers the opportunity to influence financial strategy and lead a high-impact transformation project. 

Key Responsibilities

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and lead the review of IFRS-compliant financial statements.
• Coordinate and deliver quarterly reporting packages to investors under IFRS.
• Prepare and maintain annual and half-year auditor interfirm reporting packages.
• Oversee monthly IFRS consolidation, including adjustments and reconciliations.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with external auditors and review outputs.

Technical Accounting

• Assess key accounting issues, estimates, and judgments under IFRS.
• Investigate new accounting standards and document technical positions.
• Ensure alignment of accounting policies across the portfolio with investor expectations.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve accounting queries.
• Communicate financial insights and technical updates to senior leadership and audit committee.

Process Improvement

• Review and implement best practice accounting procedures and internal controls.
• Drive automation and efficiency in financial reporting processes.
• Leverage systems and technology to enhance process and control effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications 

• CA and/or CPA designation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in IFRS accounting and consolidation.
• High-level technical knowledge of IFRS standards (e.g., IFRS 9, 15, 16).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience leading transformational projects and change management

Desired/Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Renewable Energy or Power & Utilities sectors.
• Familiarity with Sage X3 and BlackLine systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Other

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits of Working at Longroad Energy We are dedicated to providing our employees with the support and resources they need to stay healthy, secure their future, and be successful in their careers. Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood. Learn more about our employee benefits.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Diversity, equity, and inclusion matter - at Longroad, in our industry, in our communities, and in society at large. We embrace our responsibility to build and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working experience and drive change where we live and operate. We work to actively promote and celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster a supportive space that empowers everyone at Longroad to learn about, discuss and ask questions related to embracing and honoring identity. We collaborate with our community, colleagues, and industry in the ongoing pursuit of evolving and growing an inclusive and diverse environment. Learn more about our DEI commitment.

Longroad Energy Values At Longroad, we SHINE. We aim to be the most trusted renewable energy company on the long road to a green future. We are an experienced team of problem solvers and promise-keepers who develop sustainable solutions that meet today’s challenges and make a lasting impact on people and our planet. Learn more about our SHINE values.

Longroad Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EOE”). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other legally protected status. Longroad Energy prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.

applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodations are made for disabled employees. Longroad Energy is firmly committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and personnel actions, including advertising, recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, rates of pay, and other forms of compensation.