Maas Energy Works

Accounting Manager

Redding, CA

full_time

$85,000-$125,000

About This Job

Position Title:
Accounting Manager

Reports to:

Controller

Compensation:

Starting salary range $85,000 - $125,000; Commensurate to skills and experience.

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; 8:30am to 5pm with 30-minute lunch.

Benefits

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Two weeks of paid vacation

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Eight and a half paid holidays per year

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Two paid flexible holidays per year

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Paid sick time.

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ICHRA Health Insurance Reimbursement or Health Insurance Stipend.

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100% Employer Paid Dental & Vision Insurance

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100% Employer Paid Life Insurance

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Other benefits accrue over the first 3-24 months, including: additional paid vacation, no-cost primary medical care membership, 401k with matching, and quarterly profit share.

Place of Work

: Corporate Headquarters - 1730 South Street, Redding CA, 96001

Company Overview

Maas Energy Works is the leading developer and operator of agricultural waste-to-energy systems in the United States. The Company designs, develops, constructs, and operates biogas renewable energy generation systems, primarily on dairy farms. Our projects include anaerobic digesters, biogas-powered electric generation, and renewable natural gas upgrading.

Position Description

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounting team and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across the company. This position plays a key leadership role in maintaining sound financial practices, optimizing accounting workflows, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and industry regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a keen eye for process improvement, and a solid understanding of accounting practices relevant to renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

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Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and support the accounting team, including staff and senior accountants; oversee workflow management, training, and performance evaluations.

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Financial Oversight: Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

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General Ledger Oversight: Maintain the integrity of the general ledger; review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and adjustments.

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Period-End Close: Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; coordinate timelines and ensure all deadlines are met.

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Compliance: Ensure accounting practices align with GAAP and company policies; support audit processes and coordinate with internal and external auditors.

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Process Improvement: Evaluate and enhance accounting processes, systems, and controls for increased efficiency and accuracy.

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Project & Department Collaboration: Work with other departments, including project development and operations, to support project-related financial needs and reporting.

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Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist the Controller with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.

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Grant & Incentive Tracking: Support compliance and financial tracking related to government grants, carbon credits, and renewable energy incentives.

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Internal Reporting: Develop and maintain internal financial dashboards and reports for management use.

Qualifications & Skills

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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).

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5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a management or supervisory role.

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Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

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Experience with accounting in the renewable energy, construction, or project-based sectors preferred.

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Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.

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Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

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Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

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Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demand Requirements

Work Environment

This job mainly operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

This is largely a sedentary role with some travel required. This would require the ability to walk up and down stairs, and to enter, travel in, and exit vehicles and airplanes.