Job Description

Senior Accounting Manager, CPA | Renewable Energy Project Finance | Austin or Denver

Location: Austin, Texas or Denver, Colorado
Salary: $150,000 to $155,000 + 20% annual bonus
Work Model: Hybrid, Tuesday through Thursday in office

About Lightsource bp

Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore renewable energy, delivering large scale solar and energy storage projects that support the world’s transition to low carbon power. For more than a decade we have been focused on diversifying how energy is produced by delivering affordable, reliable renewable power solutions that strengthen long term energy security.

Our projects sit at the intersection of energy infrastructure and rapidly growing electricity demand from sectors such as artificial intelligence and data centers. Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024 and continues to expand globally as part of one of the world’s leading energy companies, investing in the technologies and partnerships that will power the next generation of energy systems. This mission aligns with the company’s focus on delivering sustainable energy solutions and supporting the energy transition.

The Role

Lightsource bp is hiring a Senior Accounting Manager (CPA) to lead financial reporting and accounting for a growing portfolio of renewable energy infrastructure projects across the United States.

This role sits within the Global Accounting, Reporting and Control (ARC) team and oversees financial management across both construction and operational renewable assets. The position is responsible for US GAAP and IFRS reporting, project finance accounting, audit delivery, and financial controls supporting a rapidly expanding energy portfolio.

Reporting to the US Finance Director, the Senior Accounting Manager will work closely with construction, asset management, structured finance, and global finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong governance across the organization.

We welcome candidates from public accounting, infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy developers, and other energy companies who are interested in applying their accounting expertise to support the global energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting, Reporting and Control

• Oversee accounting records across the portfolio, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and Lightsource bp accounting policies
• Lead month end close and financial reporting to the UK group finance team
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and SOX deliverables
• Partner with UK based technical accounting teams on complex financial transactions
• Deliver month, quarter, and year end reporting for internal and external stakeholders
• Implement and strengthen internal controls and reporting processes to support a best in class accounting function

Audit and Tax

• Support the annual audit process under US GAAP and IFRS
• Partner with internal leadership and external auditors throughout the audit cycle
• Implement audit improvements and interim testing initiatives
• Collaborate with the tax team as part of the annual compliance cycle
• Support HLBV calculations and tax equity structures in collaboration with external tax advisors

Business Partnering

• Partner with construction, asset management, and structured finance teams to enhance financial accuracy and liquidity management
• Support board reporting and quarterly reporting requirements
• Provide financial insights that support operational and investment decision making

Qualifications and Experience

• CPA required
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, with IFRS experience preferred
• Experience with complex accounting areas including:
  • Lease accounting (ASC 842 and IFRS 16)
  • Derivative accounting
  • Revenue recognition
  • Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (vPPAs)
• Experience supporting project finance, tax equity structures, or infrastructure investments
• Experience managing or mentoring a small team
• Experience working with SAP or a comparable ERP system
• 4+ years of relevant experience, ideally within renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities, or energy project finance

Typical Backgrounds for Success

Professionals who thrive in this role often come from:

• Big Four or public accounting firms, particularly those supporting energy or infrastructure clients
• Accounting or finance teams within renewable energy developers, utilities, or power generation companies
• Infrastructure or energy project finance environments
• Corporate accounting teams responsible for complex consolidations and multi entity reporting

Skills and Attributes

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to identify anomalies
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive, solutions oriented approach

Why Join Lightsource bp

At Lightsource bp you will help support the financial infrastructure behind large scale renewable energy projects powering the global energy transition. Our teams combine the scale of global energy investment with the mission driven impact of developing sustainable energy solutions.

Our culture is guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability, and Drive, which shape how we work, collaborate, and deliver responsible renewable energy projects worldwide.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: $150,000 to $155,000
• Annual bonus: 20 percent target
• Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage starting on day one with zero premium for employee only coverage
• Retention bonus program
• Four weeks vacation, three weeks sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with a 3 percent nonelective employer contribution
• Hybrid schedule: Tuesday through Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote
• Monthly phone reimbursement up to $100
• Monthly commuter benefit up to $150

Why you’ll want to work with us
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
Why You’ll Want to Stay with us
At Lightsource bp, you’ll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.
Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.
In today’s fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field, so you can not only keep pace with change, but confidently shape a brighter future.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations.