Senior Accountant

About the role

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

Job Purpose

As a critical member of the Finance Team, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for key corporate accounting and reporting deliverables, proper treatment and reconciliation of inter-company transactions, as well as various functional roles within the accounting department.

Responsibilities

GL/Journal Entries/Intercompany/Customer AR

• Preparation and review of journal entries and associated documents as part of the corporate monthly financial close.
• Monitors and reconciles intercompany transactions and related activities.
• Prepares and reviews balance sheet account reconciliations monthly.
• Works with other Enviva teams (Operations Accounting, Project Accounting, IT, Legal, etc..) to understand all transactions and events each period.
• Interfaces with Enviva external auditors to support the annual financial audit.
• Supports OSS customer invoicing and cash collection process as necessary.
• Contributes to Corporate projects and initiatives as assigned

Internal Financial Reporting

• Compiles monthly financial reporting and analysis as it relates to company performance and results.
• Communicates results and details of critical activity to financial planning and analysis team and commercial sales team.
• Involved in cash management through working with Treasury team in helping to forecast cash flows

Process and Internal Controls

• Constantly works to improve pre-existing processes. Develops new processes and procedures to be implemented in a fast-growing environment.
• Ensure compliance with Enviva's internal control structure over financial reporting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 3-6 years of relevant accounting or finance experience required.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively across multiple functions and levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently with limited direction.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set Them Apart

• CPA or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Previous public accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Experience preparing and reviewing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience with intercompany accounting and financial reporting.
• Experience working with external auditors and supporting financial audits.
• Experience working within a publicly traded company or other complex corporate accounting environment preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze and reconcile large data sets.
• Experience with enterprise accounting/ERP systems preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and strengthen accounting procedures and internal controls.

Working Conditions

• Primarily performed in a professional office environment.
• Prolonged periods of working at a computer and using standard office equipment.
• May require additional working hours during month-end, quarter-end, year-end close, audits, or other periods of increased business activity.
• Must be able to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing computer-based work.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers and other electronic devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and business partners in person and through virtual communication platforms.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Travel Requirements

• Limited travel may be required based on business needs.

This position is not eligible for visa support.