Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Staff Accountant

Location: Headquarter office (Old Saybrook, CT)

Telyon is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Staff Accountant to support our growing commercial and industrial (C&I) solar business. This role plays a key part in our monthly accounting close, financial reporting, and operational accounting processes. The Senior Staff Accountant will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financials, maintain strong internal controls, and provide insights that help drive business decisions. This role also assists with core accounting functions including A/R, A/P, G/L, and inventory tracking. This is a hands-on role that requires strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform monthly financial close activities for multiple entities, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, and variance analysis in accordance with GAAP.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, intercompany transactions, accrued/deferred revenue, and assets in development.
• Review and monitor cash activity, including receipts, disbursements, and bank/credit card reconciliations.
• Support A/R, A/P, general ledger functions, and inventory tracking as needed.
• Analyze revenue and expense trends, preparing insights and recommendations to support leadership decision‑making.
• Assist with budgeting, cash‑flow projections, and financial planning schedules.
• Support job/project costing, evaluate cost drivers, and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and process efficiency.
• Prepare sales/use tax and property tax filings while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses to auditor inquiries.
• Assist in developing, documenting, and monitoring internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Identify process improvement opportunities within accounting workflows and help implement new tools and efficiencies.
• Assist the Controller with financial benchmarks, dashboards, and reporting metrics for departments.
• Prepare ad‑hoc financial reports and analyses as needed.
• Perform related accounting duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 3+ years of accounting experience (experience in construction or renewable energy is a plus).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, accrued and deferred revenue, and multi‑entity accounting.
• CPA or CPA track preferred, but not required.
• Experience with QuickBooks preferred; exposure to Procore is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with consolidated financial statements.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage frequent deadlines.

These duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work expected to be performed by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of duties. Other responsibilities can and will be assigned based on the growth and direction of the business.

Telyon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.