Manager- Project Reporting Controller

Job Description:

Overview

Deriva Energy is a leading Independent Power Producer in the US renewables market, with over 6.5GW of operating or under construction wind, solar and storage projects across the country. Formerly the division of Duke Energy, Deriva is now backed by Brookfield Renewable and is poised for dynamic growth across its wind, solar, and storage portfolios. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. Deriva empowers customers with innovative clean energy solutions that strengthen communities and serve future generations.

Position Summary

The Manager - Project Reporting Controller is responsible for financial reporting and compliance for Deriva Energy's expanding portfolio of non-regulated solar and wind assets. This role is accountable for delivering accurate and timely reporting for assigned projects and partnerships, including lender and investor requirements, financial statements, cash forecasts, and covenant compliance.

The Manager will provide strategic oversight, drive process improvements, and serve as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders. Strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership skills, and exceptional attention to detail are essential.

This is an in person position located in Charlotte, NC. 4 days in office required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Manage Reporting: Oversee preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements, debt service coverage filings, and trial balances for assigned projects and partnerships.

• Stakeholder Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for financial deliverables, partnering with Asset Management and engaging with debt/equity investors, auditors, and consultants.

• Cash Forecasting & Liquidity Oversight: Ensure accuracy of rolling 12-month cash forecasts to support strategic planning and liquidity management.

• Analytical Review & Communication: Direct analytical reviews of project results and communicate findings to senior management and external stakeholders.

• Process Improvement & Team Collaboration: Drive continuous improvement initiatives, streamline workflows, and enhance internal controls in collaboration with offshore teams.

• Compliance & Technical Expertise: Ensure adherence to debt covenants and evolving accounting standards; develop deep knowledge of financing and partnership agreements.

• Leadership & Accountability: Act as a subject matter expert, mentor team members, and recommend best practices based on expertise and institutional knowledge.

Working Conditions

• This position is located in Charlotte, NC

• Employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to the designated office location

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with major in Accounting/Finance or related discipline

• Five (5) plus years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field in addition to degree

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant

• Six (6) plus years of increasingly diverse or complex experience in related field

• Strong technical skills and working knowledge of U.S. GAAP

• Public accounting experience (Big Four/large regional)

• Possesses and applies fundamental accounting and finance concepts, practices, and procedures

• Experience with financial applications (i.e., OneStream, Cubes, etc.) and querying tools

• Experience using Microsoft products such as Excel, Word and Power Point

• Experience with company consolidation and limited liability company/partnership accounting

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Proven problem solving and analytical skills

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and foster good relationships with teammates and business partners

• Demonstrated ability to own and be accountable for the work assigned, serve as a subject matter expert, recommending best practices based on expertise and institutional knowledge, and communicating complex concepts to management

Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with matching

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

Additional Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Deriva welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Deriva includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Deriva Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.