Technical Accounting Manager

About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.

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OUR CULTURE AND VALUES

We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.

We are Leading

Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.

We are Responsible

Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.

We are Agile

We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.

We are Fun

We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. 

Location is hybrid and within a commutable distance to one of the following locations: Arlington, VA, Houston, TX , Mountain View, CA or Alpharetta, GA

ABOUT THE POSITION

As the Technical Accounting Manager, you will play a critical role in helping Fluence deliver quality financial results. In this role, you will oversee the revenue accounting policy and technical accounting treatment of all customer agreements while maintaining SOX compliance. You will analyze and educate business partners on the appropriate accounting treatment and advise as needed when agreements are modified, or new arrangements are considered.

Revenue recognition is a critical process at Fluence. Fluence utilizes various recognition methodologies including percentage of completion, straight line and point in time for different products and services as appropriate. Contracts typically also include components of variable consideration.

Key Responsibilities Include:

•Perform technical accounting reviews of revenue contracts to determine appropriate accounting treatment.

•Addressing technical accounting inquiries from the business related to appropriate treatment of revenue-related matters.

•Perform functions related to the overall period-close process including but not limited to preparing analytical reviews, cash-flow proofs, equity roll-forwards and other close tasks as needed.

•Assist in SEC Reporting as needed. 

•Assist with other technical accounting matters as needed.

•Maintain strong internal controls and SOX compliance.

What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence?

• Minimum of four year’s accounting experience preferably involving a mix of public accounting and industry.
• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or equivalent training.
• Strong understanding of ASC 606 revenue recognition concepts.
• Self-motivated and self-directed, as well as possessing strong time management and organizational skills.
• Advanced knowledge and skill with Excel and the ability to automate tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• CPA preferred
• Big four experience preferred.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.