<h2>Overview</h2>Company Overview  Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence. Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises. Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than thirty-five power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.<h2>Responsibilities</h2>Job Purpose This position will have accounting responsibility for:<ul> <li>one or more operating wind and/or solar projects</li> <li>one or more operator (intercompany service provider) entities</li> <li>assigned subject matter areas (currently land lease and royalty, turbine operations and maintenance, availability warranty, inventory, and intercompany)</li></ul>The incumbent will work closely with other accountants within the accounting group based in Houston and San Francisco, as well as individuals from other groups such as finance, land, legal, asset management, and tax. Key Accountabilities<ul> <li>Full accounting and general ledger responsibility including preparation of periodic standalone financial statements for one or more projects.</li> <li>Full accounting and general ledger responsibility for assigned subject matter areas and the cross-functional dependencies.</li> <li>Read, interpret, and summarize project contracts to assure proper compliance and accounting.</li> <li>Prepare account analyses and reconciliations on a monthly basis.</li> <li>Ensure that monthly, quarterly, year-end, and special project deadlines and requirements are met.</li> <li>Hands-on use, data entry and navigation of Pattern’s general ledger, and reporting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, and Power BI). </li> <li>Assist with quarterly and annual reporting requirements – primarily focused on compilation of footnotes and applicable disclosures.</li> <li>Adhere to internal controls.</li> <li>Maintain schedules to support tax filing requirements.</li> <li>Set-up and maintain the accounting and permanent files for existing and new projects.</li> <li>Perform accounting research as needed.</li> <li>Communicate with Pattern domestic offices, third parties and within the accounting group to coordinate information gathering and resolve accounting issues.</li> <li>Assist with annual budget preparation and monthly forecast updates.</li> <li>Special projects as needed.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Experience/Qualifications/Education Required Educational Requirements A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent major required.  Required and Preferred Work Experience The following criteria will be used as a basis for Pattern to select a qualified applicant: <ul> <li>Minimum of 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience </li> <li>Familiarity with Sarbanes Oxley requirements </li> <li>The following experience is preferred: <ul> <li>Renewable energy industry experience </li> <li>Power plant accounting </li> <li>Accounting experience at a US public company </li> <li>Consolidation, equity-method accounting with minority interests </li> <li>International accounting experience</li> </ul></li></ul>Additional RequirementsMust possess strengths in the following and be willing to do research as needed: <ul> <li>The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong "hands on" technical skills with attention to detail. </li> <li>Strong technical and analytical accounting background and familiarity or experience with complex accounting issues, consolidations, US GAAP and IFRS issues, foreign currency translation, multiple corporate structures, equity, and investment accounting. </li> <li>Commitment, ability, and prior experience in meeting deadlines for monthly and quarterly reporting, and special projects; preparing thorough and complete analyses and reconciliations with appropriate documentation and follow-up. </li> <li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload involving multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines with professional follow-through and minimal supervision. </li> <li>Self-starter with flexibility, desire, and eagerness to learn and assume new responsibilities while maintaining ownership of the projects.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal, writing and communication skills. Must be able to meet with and participate in Operations meetings and be well versed in the project contracts to contribute to these meetings. Ability to build and maintain consensus within a team.</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul> <li>Computer skills – Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).</li> <li>Reporting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, and Power BI).</li></ul>The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 USD - $110,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.  Pattern Energy Group is an equal opportunity employer  #LI-JH1 #LI-Hybrid

Pattern Energy Group is an independent, fully integrated energy company that develops, constructs, owns and operates renewable energy projects and transmission assets across North America, Japan, and parts of Latin America. The company focuses primarily on wind, solar and transmission. The Pattern Energy Group team has a history as one of the top North American renewable energy and transmission providers in the industry. The team is dedicated to delivering the highest value for its customers, partners, financial supporters and the communities in which it works, while exhibiting a strong commitment to promoting environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility. This is a temporary assignment expected to last two months.
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Pattern Energy Group operates in the United States, Canada, Japan, and Mexico with offices in San Francisco, Houston, San Diego, New York, Tokyo, and Toronto. Pattern Energy Group's corporate headquarters is in San Francisco.

Senior Accountant - Operators & Operations Accounting

<h2>Overview</h2>Company Overview&nbsp;&nbsp;Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.&nbsp;Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.&nbsp;Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than thirty-five power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.<h2>Responsibilities</h2>Job Purpose&nbsp;This position will have accounting responsibility for:<ul> <li>one or more operating wind and/or solar projects</li> <li>one or more operator (intercompany service provider) entities</li> <li>assigned subject matter areas (currently land lease and royalty, turbine operations and maintenance, availability warranty, inventory, and intercompany)</li></ul>The incumbent will work closely with other accountants within the accounting group based in Houston and San Francisco, as well as individuals from other groups such as finance, land, legal, asset management, and tax.&nbsp;Key Accountabilities<ul> <li>Full accounting and general ledger responsibility including preparation of periodic standalone financial statements for one or more projects.</li> <li>Full accounting and general ledger responsibility for assigned subject matter areas and the cross-functional dependencies.</li> <li>Read, interpret, and summarize project contracts to assure proper compliance and accounting.</li> <li>Prepare account analyses and reconciliations on a monthly basis.</li> <li>Ensure that monthly, quarterly, year-end, and special project deadlines and requirements are met.</li> <li>Hands-on use, data entry and navigation of Pattern’s general ledger, and reporting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, and Power BI). </li> <li>Assist with quarterly and annual reporting requirements – primarily focused on compilation of footnotes and applicable disclosures.</li> <li>Adhere to internal controls.</li> <li>Maintain schedules to support tax filing requirements.</li> <li>Set-up and maintain the accounting and permanent files for existing and new projects.</li> <li>Perform accounting research as needed.</li> <li>Communicate with Pattern domestic offices, third parties and within the accounting group to coordinate information gathering and resolve accounting issues.</li> <li>Assist with annual budget preparation and monthly forecast updates.</li> <li>Special projects as needed.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Experience/Qualifications/Education Required&nbsp;Educational Requirements A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent major required. &nbsp;Required and Preferred Work Experience The following criteria will be used as a basis for Pattern to select a qualified applicant: <ul> <li>Minimum of 2-5 years of relevant accounting experience </li> <li>Familiarity with Sarbanes Oxley requirements </li> <li>The following experience is preferred: <ul> <li>Renewable energy industry experience </li> <li>Power plant accounting </li> <li>Accounting experience at a US public company </li> <li>Consolidation, equity-method accounting with minority interests </li> <li>International accounting experience</li> </ul></li></ul>Additional RequirementsMust possess strengths in the following and be willing to do research as needed: <ul> <li>The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong "hands on" technical skills with attention to detail. </li> <li>Strong technical and analytical accounting background and familiarity or experience with complex accounting issues, consolidations, US GAAP and IFRS issues, foreign currency translation, multiple corporate structures, equity, and investment accounting. </li> <li>Commitment, ability, and prior experience in meeting deadlines for monthly and quarterly reporting, and special projects; preparing thorough and complete analyses and reconciliations with appropriate documentation and follow-up. </li> <li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload involving multiple tasks, responsibilities and deadlines with professional follow-through and minimal supervision. </li> <li>Self-starter with flexibility, desire, and eagerness to learn and assume new responsibilities while maintaining ownership of the projects.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal, writing and communication skills. Must be able to meet with and participate in Operations meetings and be well versed in the project contracts to contribute to these meetings. Ability to build and maintain consensus within a team.</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul> <li>Computer skills – Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).</li> <li>Reporting software (Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, and Power BI).</li></ul>The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 USD - $110,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses. &nbsp;Pattern Energy Group is an equal opportunity employer &nbsp;#LI-JH1 #LI-Hybrid

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