NRG Controller

Location: Hinesburg

Financial Reporting & Public Company Compliance

* Own the accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in compliance with GAAP and SEC reporting standards.

* Lead all aspects of SOX compliance, including the design, maintenance, and enforcement of internal controls over financial reporting; perform quarterly user access reviews; serve as the primary point of accountability for control effectiveness.

* Complete ESCO annual and quarterly reporting requests with accuracy and in compliance with required timelines.

* Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors and ESCO Internal Audit; lead coordination of all annual financial audits and any additional accounting reviews.

* Maintain comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and stay current with evolving accounting standards and public company reporting requirements.

Accounting Operations & Controls

* Oversee all core accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory Accounting, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Credit, Bank Reconciliation, and General Ledger.

* Ensure accurate and timely account reconciliations and supporting documentation across all accounting functions at month-end and year-end.

* Review, approve, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and work instructions; implement updates as needed to strengthen controls and ensure compliance.

* Ensure Sales Tax registration, reporting, and filing obligations are met across all nexus states.

* Review and approve required government surveys and regulatory filings.

* Approve customer credit terms; partner with Sales and Supply Chain Services on Letters of Credit issuance and collections.

Systems & Technology

* Lead the administration of the company's ERP system, including setup and maintenance of modules, add-on software, and system upgrades; continually assess ERP capabilities to ensure alignment with business growth needs.

* Evaluate and champion technology investments that improve the efficiency and scalability of the accounting function.

* Lead cross-departmental process improvement and system implementation projects.

Strategic Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

* As a member of the Operating Group, participate in company-wide strategic discussions and lead the Accounting team through relevant organizational initiatives.

* Partner closely with the FP&A Director on all aspects of financial reporting and analysis; provide backup coverage for FP&A and accounting functions as necessary.

* Develop and own the Accounting department's goals as part of the broader Finance & Accounting strategic plan, ensuring alignment with NRG's values, culture, and long-term direction.

* Conduct financial analysis in support of business decisions, special projects, and senior leadership requests.

People Leadership & Team Development

* Provide direct leadership and supervision of the Accounting team, including goal-setting, performance reviews, compensation reviews, and ongoing coaching and mentoring.

* Foster a high-performing team culture grounded in accountability, continuous development, and alignment with NRG's values.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business; CPA or advanced degree strongly preferred.

* 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least two years in a manufacturing environment.

* Prior experience in a public company environment, including SOX compliance and SEC reporting, required.

* Deep working knowledge of GAAP and all aspects of the full accounting cycle.

Technical Skills

* Proficient in ERP systems administration, with the ability to evaluate, implement, and optimize financial software platforms.

* Solid understanding of systems thinking - ability to see the interconnection between accounting operations and the broader organization.

* Hands-on capability to understand and engage with the detailed components of accounting operations when needed.

Leadership Competencies

* Recognized organizational leader who directs work with confidence, authority, and deep functional expertise.

* Exceptional people manager with proven skills in coaching, mentoring, and developing diverse, high-performing teams.

* Able to work effectively across all levels of the organization, including senior management; represents NRG internally and externally with a high degree of professionalism.

* Understands the cross-functional impact of decisions; connects the dots between finance and other areas of the business with a multi-disciplinary perspective.

* Tenacious problem solver who drives innovative solutions and balances competing priorities across multiple cross-functional stakeholders.

* Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable with conflict resolution; challenges others at all levels professionally and constructively.

* Exceptional written and oral communication skills; highly attentive to detail while maintaining strategic perspective.

* Exemplifies NRG's cultural values; anticipates challenges, responds in a…