Corporate Finance Director / Controller

Company

Orenda is on a mission to make the grid more efficient with batteries and software. We develop, own, and operate distributed energy resources in dense urban environments. Each day, our work bridges the gap between renewable generation and electricity consumption.

Orenda’s first projects, located in New York City, will go live in 2025. We are building a team of highly motivated and incredibly talented individuals who wish to contribute to the success of these projects and the company.

The Role

This is a full-time, Controller / Corporate Finance Director role based in the New York City area. The Director will oversee all corporate financial management activities and financial operations and build scalable processes as we grow. Core areas the Director will manage including accounting and financial reporting, financial controls, cash forecasting, payroll, audit and taxes.

The Director will be a critical leadership role on the finance team that will helps us drive optimal financial outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic, hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment. You'll work closely with the founders and CFO to ensure the company's financial health while implementing best practices for long-term scalability.

Reports to: CFO, CEO

Direct Reports:  Corporate Finance Analyst

Core Areas:

• Accounting and Financial Reporting, Audit and Taxes
• Financial Controls for Infrastructure Projects and G&A Expenses
• Cash Flow and FP&A Projection and Management

Detailed Responsibilities

• Prepare draft quarterly financial statements in compliance with GAAP and ensure accurate reporting. Maintain accurate bookkeeping, reconcile accounts, and ensure financial transparency.
• Identify, recommend and implement a system of financial controls to ensure infrastructure projects are within budgets and known expenses, specifically improving and directly overseeing the existing Budget > P.O. > Invoice > Payment financial controls system for infrastructure development expenses.
• Implement additional scalable financial systems to support business growth.
• Monitor and forecast cash flow, burn rate, and AR/AP weekly to maintain financial stability.
• Manage processing of payroll (Gusto), ensure compliance with tax and employment regulations, and manage tax obligations.
• Manage corporate insurance policies (D&O, general liability, cyber, etc.) ensuring appropriate coverage, timely renewals, and cost-effective decision making in partnership with CFO.
• Work with external teams or internally create and submit year-end 1099 filings, sales, and other tax filings as needed as well as state and regulatory filings.
• Own relationship with external auditors and lead annual audit process from start to finish.
• Work with Corporate Finance Analyst and CFO on submitting periodic capital calls with Equity investors.
• Work with CFO on development of annual budget, forecasting.
• Act as Deputy CFO in certain situations.
• Participate in key strategic initiatives and assist with other ad hoc projects.

Qualifications

• 7 - 10 years of experience in accounting/finance, with at least 3 - 5 years in a leadership role (Controller, Finance Manager, Director, VP etc.) at an infrastructure or real estate platform directly managing (1.) the production of financial statements/accounting, and (2.) project and financial controls.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, FP&A tools, and business intelligence dashboards.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong analytical and attention to detail skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• Highly organized, inquisitive individual who always challenges the status quo and is open to new ideas and considerations.

Preferred/Competitive Qualifications:

• CPA
• Masters Degree in Accounting or MBA
• Renewable Energy and Cleantech experience a plus
• Experience in venture-backed startups or private equity-funded businesses is a plus

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in a fast-growing company that’s on the cutting edge of the energy transition and and sustainability.
• Help shape the company’s financial future by building scalable systems and ensuring strong financial health as we grow.
• Work in a dynamic, hands-on environment where your insights and expertise will directly influence business decisions.
• Join a team that values innovation and impact, creating products that make everyday life easier and more sustainable.
• Real ability to grow with the company!

Work Environment

Orenda is a group of people committed to realizing energy storage’s potential in the renewable energy transition. As a small company, each member of the team has a significant impact on culture.

• This role is based in our NYC HQ; there is no flexibility for remote work – we come to our Dumbo, Brooklyn office every day.
• We have a lot of fun together: monthly events, impromptu happy hours, and a strong sense of camaraderie.
• We share a common vision and support each other to realize it.

Additional Information

• Compensation: $150,000 - $200,000 target salary range plus bonus.
• Benefits: monthly commuter stipend, Life Time Fitness corporate membership, learning/education stipend, flexible PTO

Contact: [email protected]