Accounting Director at Atlantica – Phoenix, Arizona

Accounting Director – Sustainable Infrastructure

Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Department: Accounting / Finance

Role Purpose

We are seeking an Accounting Director to oversee our accounting operations and provide leadership to the accounting team. This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with accounting standards, managing financial reporting, and supporting strategic financial initiatives. The Accounting Director will oversee the monthly and annual close process, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger functions, while also driving improvements in policies, procedures, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with strong technical accounting expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to contribute to both day-to-day operations and long-term financial strategy. This role is part of a global team working toward common goals. We operate as one company, across all locations, with shared responsibility and clear accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly and annual financial close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Oversee accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger functions to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in alignment with GAAP and company standards.

• Analyze financial statements, prepare variance analyses, and provide insights to support management decision-making.

• Lead and participate in strategic financial projects, such as system upgrades, ERP implementations, and process improvements.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to accounting staff to ensure team effectiveness.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support organizational initiatives.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (required).

• CPA or equivalent certification (Required).

Experience & Technical Skills

• 7+ years of relevant accounting experience, including management of accounting teams (required).

• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite) and financial software (preferred).

• Proficiency in SAP required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Key Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Highly organized with attention to detail.