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InCharge Energy

Director of Accounting

Richmond , United States

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Lead and scale accounting operations while overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, and collaborating on strategic financial initiatives in a fast-paced growth environment.

The Opportunity

InCharge Energy is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead and scale our accounting function as the business continues to grow. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and partnering closely with executive leadership on strategic financial initiatives. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, strong people leadership, and experience operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role will manage the accounting team, own the close process, and help evolve systems and processes to support the company’s next stage of growth.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition
  • Own and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including hiring, performance management, and staffing decisions
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
  • Develop, document, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies
  • Coordinate external audits and oversee preparation of tax returns
  • Improve accounting processes, systems, and automation to increase efficiency and scalability
  • Partner with FP&A and cross-functional teams to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, investor due diligence, and mergers & acquisitions
  • Support technical accounting research and implementation of new accounting standards
  • Collaborate with executive leadership on financial strategy and key business initiatives

Your Experience and Capabilities

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s degree preferred)
  • CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred
  • 8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including people leadership
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
  • Experience managing audits and working with external auditors
  • Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams
  • Advanced experience with ERP systems and accounting software
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with system or software implementations is a plus
  • Experience with multi-state tax filings across the U.S. and Canada is a plus

What We Offer

Full-time employees enjoy competitive compensation, yearly bonuses, and benefits package including 401(k) matching contribution, health, dental, and vision, cell phone reimbursement, generous vacation, office meals and snacks, team building events and activities throughout the year. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment at InCharge Energy is based solely upon individual merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law. We also make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under laws protecting the rights of the disabled.

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Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Free Meals & Snacks: office meals and snacks
  • Health Insurance: health, dental, and vision
  • Team building events: team building events and activities throughout the year
  • Paid Time Off: generous vacation
InCharge Energy

We Bring the Power InCharge Energy is an energy solutions company on the frontlines of large-scale emissions reduction, accelerating the electrification of the transportation industry – one commercial fleet at a time. As a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, service, and software solutions to commercial fleets, we equip fleet managers with turnkey solutions for a seamless transition to EVs.   Headquartered in the world’s first zero-emissions delivery zone in Santa Monica, California, InCharge Energy was founded in 2018 by EV industry veterans Cameron Funk and Terry O’Day. With several additional operations across the U.S. and Canada, we are expanding our team as we lead the charge in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. Take Charge of Your Career We are a group of bold, forward-thinkers with entrepreneurial spirit on a mission to leave the planet better than we found it. Here at InCharge, you’ll define your success. We provide the tools, flexibility and evolving culture so that you can take charge of your career. You’ll have the chance to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to make a sustainable impact, joining our collective effort to solve the world’s most challenging energy problems.  

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