Sr. Manager, Accounting Operations

Sr. Manager, Accounting Operations

Job Description

Reports to: Accounting Operations, Controller

Location: Fremont (Hybrid)

The Sr. Manager, Accounting Operations will be a key leader within Nextpower’s Corporate Controllership team, supporting the company’s mission to build an accurate, scalable, and efficient global accounting organization. This role partners closely with the Technical Accounting Team, FP&A, Tax, and IT team to drive an efficient close, maintain strong SOX compliance, support external reporting, provide technical accounting guidance, and execute on ERP and automation initiatives.

• Manage global monthly/quarterly close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and consolidation support.
• Support financial reporting packages, dashboards, and executive-level analysis.

• Develop and implement accounting policies, SOPs, and internal controls in collaboration with Fin Ops.
• Ensure consistency and compliance across regional entities.

• Oversee day-to-day SOX control execution, documentation, and remediation.
• Partner with internal and external auditors during testing cycles.

• Lead work streams for ERP migration (Net Suite → Oracle/SAP), including system design, testing, and change management.
• Drive process standardization, automation, and data quality improvements.

• Build and manage accounting analytics and dashboarding capabilities to improve visibility and decision support.
• Implement automation solutions (e.g., auto-reconciliations, RPA) to streamline close processes.

• Assist in accounting integration for acquisitions and joint ventures.
• Ensure timely and accurate onboarding of new entities into corporate systems and processes.

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, ensuring accountability, accuracy, and professional growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Legal, Sales, Operations, and IT.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA required
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or corporate controllership.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SOX, and operational accounting best practices.
• ERP experience (Oracle, Net Suite, or SAP) with demonstrated involvement in system implementation or transformation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience managing and developing accounting staff.
• Familiarity with automation tools, BI/analytics platforms, and process improvement methodologies (Lean/Six Sigma a plus).

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation with company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary bonuses, life and disability protection, and potential stock compensation for eligible positions. For more information see

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on experience, skills, education and other factors. The annual salary range for this position is $165,000 - $185,000.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation.

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.