Senior Accountant

Posted Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Department
:
Accounting

Reports to
:
Accounting Manager

Compensation
:
Starting salary range $70,000 - $95,000;
Commensurate to skills and experience

Hours
: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; 8:30am to 5pm with 30-minute lunch

• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Eight & a half paid holidays annually
• Two paid flexible holidays annually
• ICHRA Health Insurance Reimbursement
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Medical Clinic Membership for employee & dependents
• Other benefits accrue over the first 3-24 months, including: additional paid vacation, 401k with matching, and quarterly profit share.

Place of Work
:
Corporate Headquarters - 1730 South Street, Redding CA, 96001

Company Overview

Maas Energy Works is the leading developer and operator of agricultural waste-to-energy systems in the United States. The Company designs, develops, constructs, and operates biogas renewable energy generation systems, primarily on dairy farms. Our projects include anaerobic digesters, biogas-powered electric generation, and renewable natural gas upgrading.

Position Description

The Senior Accountant will play a critical role in managing and overseeing the financial operations related to our waste-to-energy projects. This includes ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with industry-specific regulations, and providing strategic insights to support the growth and sustainability of our company initiatives. The role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including project development, operations, and environmental commodities, to ensure the financial success of our projects.

• Financial Reporting:
  Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including project-specific income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, in accordance with GAAP and industry standards for renewable energy.
• Project Accounting:
  Manage project accounting for company initiatives, including tracking project costs, revenues, and profitability, and ensuring accurate project financial reporting.
• Period-End Close:
  Lead the quarter-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• General Ledger Management:
  Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, related to projects, grants, and subsidies.
• Grants and Incentives Compliance:
  Manage accounting for government grants, environmental commodities, and other incentives specific to the renewable energy industry.
• Audit and Compliance:
  Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and GAAP.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by providing financial data and analysis related to projects, including capital expenditures and operational costs.
• Tax Compliance:
  Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations, including those specific to renewable energy projects.
• Process Improvement:
  Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial operations related to renewable energy projects.
• Mentorship:
  Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff, with a focus on developing expertise in renewable energy accounting practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a senior role; experience in the renewable energy sector, particularly biogas or related fields, is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and accounting for renewable energy projects.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, SAP, Net Suite) and Microsoft Excel; experience with project management software is a plus.
• Familiarity with industry-specific financial regulations and incentives, such as renewable energy credits and carbon offsets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a…