Corporate Controller

Do you want to be on the cutting edge of the clean energy and climate tech industry? Are you excited about the intersection of renewable energy and the circular economy? We are too. And that’s why we launched SOLARCYCLE, an advanced technology-based recycling company.

The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew, and ultimately recycle yesterday’s solar panels for tomorrow’s clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs. And we need you to direct our field operations to help us become a leader in this new burgeoning sector in the renewable energy industry.

About the role:

SOLARCYCLE is looking for a talented Corporate Controller who will be a critical part of the senior leadership team and will be responsible for all accounting functions. This role is a full-time, permanent position. We are looking for someone that has experience in both start-ups and larger companies and has breadth of experience in a range of finance and accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have experience in and be comfortable with navigating ambiguity and rapid growth.

Primary responsibilities include implementation and management of all accounting and treasury operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury and cash management, risk management functions, financial reporting and management of external audit firms and tax advisors, including the preparation of financial audits and annual tax returns. Additionally, the Director of Accounting will work closely with operations teams to drive process and systems improvements and develop, maintain, and administer policies and procedures. You will be a key member to help guide a fast-growing company to scale and profitability.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with lots of challenges and opportunities, this is the right role for you. Since we are an early-stage company with strong growth prospects, there will be many opportunities for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all essential accounting functions including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Treasury and Cash Management, and Tax, including supporting international growth and expansion


• Responsible for accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes and preparation of internal and external financial statements in accordance with GAAP


• Primary day to day contact for financial statement audit


• Perform cash projections to effectively manage cash balances


• Oversee quarterly and annual budget and planning


• Accurate and timely production of all financial reporting


• Perform analytical review of all financial statements including balance sheet analysis, income statement actuals vs plan, and cash flow actuals vs projections


• Oversee Information Technology needs and infrastructure


• Implement, document and maintain adequate and effective internal controls


• Implement, document and maintain adequate and effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles to ensure timely and accurate reporting


• Develop and drive the adoption of best practices in common processes and systems across the company


• Manage the submission of income, property, franchise, sales and other tax returns


• Collaborate closely within management team to provide transaction details and data support for financial analysis and decision making


• Lead the development of processes to support growing operations


• Build a team of in-house employees and contractors to help manage the accounting and finance functions


• Prepare investor and board reports related to financial performance and analysis


• Develop relationships and work closely with both internal and external stakeholders including the larger finance team, business leaders, senior management and auditors to ensure communication of critical issues in a timely manner


• Any other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This position initially will have one senior accountant reporting to them, with potential for expanding the team in the future.

Education, Training and Professional Experience:

• 10+ years’ experience in the accounting and finance sector


• 2+ years in a position equivalent to a controller or higher responsibilities, preferably for a manufacturing, solar and/or recycling company


• Experience in private and public accounting sectors is preferred but not required


• Financial Planning and Analysis experience, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning, a strong plus


• Credibility, ethical, full disclosure and clean financial history


• Confidential, understands the ethical standards of a CPA


• Experience with audit process and interaction with outside auditors


• Conscientious about timeliness of assignments and quality of work product


• Experience in a fast-paced organization with ability to adapt to and work in a fast growth-oriented and rapidly changing environment


• Possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate recommendations in a concise and timely manner


• Able to handle multiple tasks and maintain control and order over same


• Good GAAP and financial reporting technical skills


• Ability to operate with substantial latitude in a fast-paced environment


• Exceptional work ethic with a great attitude to work hard, have fun and make the world a better place


• Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach


• A desire to be a part of the Renewables Energy Industry

You don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you think this role is for you but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right person for this role.

You will be working alongside a highly successful team who deliver amazing innovative work in the solar industry! The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew and ultimately recycle yesterday’s solar panels for tomorrow’s clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs.

Solar power is one of the most powerful tools humanity has in our fight against climate change. But for solar to truly scale to its full potential, we need to create renewable supply chains and a vibrant secondary market for upcycled panels and recycled materials. SOLARCYCLE was founded by experts and advocates in solar, climate and circular economy. Our investors come from the frontlines of the solar industry, including the founders of SolarCity, SunPower and Nextracker. This is the next frontier - ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable and domestic supply of the critical minerals needed for the next wave of solar. We exist to make clean energy massively scalable and even more sustainable by radically advancing recycling technology and infrastructure for the solar industry. If this resonates with you, we really want to meet you

Equal Employment Opportunity

SOLARCYCLE is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual's qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. The Company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.

You don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you think this role is for you but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right person for this role.

You will be working alongside a highly successful team who deliver amazing innovative work in the solar PV industry! The solar industry needs a global end-of-life partner to restore, renew and ultimately recycle yesterday’s solar panels for tomorrow’s clean energy projects. SOLARCYCLE aims to be the partner of choice for solar asset owners looking for a responsible solution to their end-of-life system needs.

Solar power is one of the most powerful tools humanity has in our fight against climate change. But for solar to truly scale to its full potential, we need to create renewable supply chains and a vibrant secondary market for upcycled panels and recycled materials. Since its launch in 2022, SOLARCYCLE has assembled a world-class management team with experience scaling companies and organizations such as Amazon, Nextracker, Sierra Club, Solaria, and SunPower. The company has secured high-volume contracts with industry leaders such as AES , EDF Renewables North America , EDP Renewables North America , Greenbacker , Ørsted , Qcells , Silfab , Silicon Ranch, and Sunrun . This is the next frontier - ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable and domestic supply of the critical minerals needed for the next wave of solar. We exist to make clean energy massively scalable and even more sustainable by radically advancing recycling technology and infrastructure for the solar industry. If this resonates with you, we really want to meet you.