Senior Accountant, Finance and Operations

Senior Accountant, Finance and Operations

Switched Source is a Chicago-based small business, building the next generation of power flow control technologies to enhance the reliability, efficiency, and distributed generation hosting capacity of the electric distribution grid.

Our team consists of top performers working in an entrepreneurial atmosphere to solve the most pressing issues in electricity distribution: how to increase the reliability of the grid in a capital-efficient manner, how to de-carbonize the grid by enabling it to accommodate more electric vehicles and rooftop solar, and how to improve the flexibility of the system and increase automation.

At Switched Source, we are always evolving. Our success depends on people who approach challenges with curiosity, show empathy, and respect one another. We flex to support the team wherever needed, communicate openly, and collaborate to solve complex problems. We value progress over rigidity and collective success over individual agendas.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented, manufacturing-savvy Accountant to join ouroperationsteam. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance & Operations, you will be the primary owner of our day-to-day financial accuracy and cost-accounting integrity. This is a "full-stack" accounting role where you will manage everything from monthly reconciliations and inventory counts toassistingwith investor-ready financial reporting.

Location:

Brighton Park office in Chicago, IL

• Provide data-driven
  
  Managerial Accounting support todrive actionable insights for company decision-making.
• Assistin the annual
  
  Budgeting process by gathering historical data andidentifyingtrends.
• Act as the "point person" for data requests during
  
  External Audits and Tax Reviews.
• Maintain
  
  AP/AR workflows and ensure all vendor and customer records are accurate.
• Execute Month-End and Year-End closing procedures, ensuring all Balance Sheet tie-outsare completed on schedule.
• Prepare preliminary
  
  Financial Statement sand supporting schedules for the Senior Director's review.
• Assistin the preparation of specialized reports for Grants and Investor updates.
• Support theoperationsteam by managing
  
  Cost Centers and tracking departmental spend.
• Calculate and monitor
  
  Inventory Direct Costing and Overhead allocations to ensure product margins are accurately reflected.
• Coordinate and lead
  
  Semi-Annual Inventory Counts, reconciling physical data to the GL.
• Conduct Variance Reviews(Budget vs. Actual) and provide clear explanations for discrepancies.

• At least5–7years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in aManufacturing or Cost-heavy environment preferred.
• Strongproficiencyin
  
  GAAP,competency with financial statement reporting; advanced
  
  Excel skills area must,including experiencebuildingandmaintaining
  
  Excelmodelsand internal stakeholder reporting dashboards.
• Experience with ERP software is highly preferred.
• High attention to detail and the ability to explain the "why" behind the numbers. You enjoy the process of "tying things out" until they areaccurateand defensible.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• The opportunity to be part of a pioneering company shaping the future of energy distribution
• A supportive and dynamic work environment

Switched Source is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.