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Staff Accountant

Chicago, IL

About Amp Americas

 

Founded in 2011, Amp Americas builds, manages, operates and maintains RNG production facilities that convert dairy waste into carbon-negative hydrogen, renewable transportation fuel and power. The vertically-integrated company leverages over a decade of unique expertise and specialized experience in carbon-negative fuel development, operations, services and marketing to deliver comprehensive, turn-key solutions that address greenhouse gas emissions and seek to improve air, land and water quality. Visit ampamericas.com.  

 

Position Summary

 

Amp Americas (Amp) seeks a motivated professional accountant to join its accounting team as a Staff Accountant. Responsibilities include preparation of journal entries, monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis. This position reports to the Controller and will regularly interact with the entire accounting/finance team, as well as with Asset Management, Legal, and Operations teams.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Execute daily and monthly accounting activities (e.g., recording journal entries, G/L account reconciliations, monthly close) for assigned subsidiary companies, including cash, accounts receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets and accruals
  • Collaborate with Amp’s Asset Managers to produce monthly financial reports for Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, including budget vs actual analysis and insights
  • Field and resolve inquiries from management, ownership, and external auditors
  • Assist with the implementation and optimization of accounting tools and special projects

 

Required Skills / Abilities / Qualifications

 

  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Strong organizational / time management skills and ability to prioritize
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities

 

Other Required Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
  • 2+ years of work experience in corporate accounting or audit (preferred)
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (required)
  • Experience with multiple subsidiary organizations (preferred)
  • Experience with accounting for capital projects (preferred)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals
  • Aptitude for solving problems independently and an interest in alternative and renewable energy

 

What We Offer

 

  • Compensation package commensurate with experience including competitive pay + equity
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and company holidays
  • Opportunity to build upon your career in a company on the cutting edge of the RNG industry
  • HQ located near Clybourn & Armitage in the Lincoln Park neighborhood in Chicago

 

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position, and the duties and responsibilities may change without notice. Amp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to excellence through diversity.

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