Application Guide

How to Apply for Operational and Technical Accounting Team Member

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is a mission-driven company focused on scalable low-carbon solutions for retail and wholesale energy markets, offering clean electricity and fuels. As a remote-first organization, it values flexibility and innovation in the rapidly growing renewable energy sector. Working here means contributing directly to the transition to a sustainable energy future.

About This Role

This role involves leading the operational accounting team for Intersect's energy portfolio, overseeing month-end close processes, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. It's impactful because you'll shape accounting processes for a fast-growing clean energy company, directly supporting financial accuracy and scalability.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a team stand-up to review month-end close progress, followed by researching a technical accounting issue for a new power purchase agreement. You'd then review journal entries, mentor a junior team member on GAAP compliance, and wrap up by analyzing process workflows to suggest improvements.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • A seasoned accountant with 5-7+ years of experience, including at least 3 years in Big Four public accounting audit, demonstrating deep technical expertise.
  • A natural leader who can mentor a team, streamline processes, and drive month-end close optimization in a remote environment.
  • Proficient in U.S. GAAP with a proven ability to research and document technical accounting conclusions for complex transactions (e.g., energy contracts, project financing).
  • Tech-savvy with intermediate Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF) and comfort with Google Workspace; experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) is a plus.

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Tailor your resume to highlight Big Four audit experience and specific examples of leading teams or projects in operational accounting.

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your U.S. GAAP expertise to energy industry transactions (e.g., revenue recognition for power purchase agreements).

3

Quantify achievements in process improvements, such as 'Reduced month-end close by 3 days through automation' to demonstrate impact.

4

Mention any experience with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Zoom) and how you've managed teams virtually.

5

Research Intersect Power's recent projects (e.g., solar and storage facilities) and reference them to show genuine interest.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your Big Four audit background and how it prepared you for technical accounting research and internal control assessment.', 'Highlight leadership experience, especially mentoring junior staff and leading process improvements in a fast-paced environment.', "Show enthusiasm for the clean energy sector and Intersect Power's mission, linking your skills to their scalable low-carbon solutions.", 'Demonstrate your ability to work remotely and collaborate across teams, providing examples of successful virtual project management.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Intersect Power's project portfolio, including their solar, storage, and fuel projects, to understand the complexity of transactions.
  • → Read their latest press releases or news articles about funding rounds or new partnerships to gauge company growth.
  • → Understand the regulatory landscape for clean energy (e.g., tax credits, RECs) as it impacts accounting.
  • → Check their LinkedIn page for employee insights and company culture posts to tailor your application tone.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience with month-end close processes and how you've optimized them in past roles.
2 Describe a complex technical accounting issue you researched under U.S. GAAP and how you documented the conclusion.
3 How do you mentor and develop team members, especially in a remote setting?
4 What internal controls have you implemented to ensure financial accuracy and compliance?
5 How would you approach integrating accounting processes for a new energy asset (e.g., a solar farm) into the existing portfolio?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on public accounting experience without demonstrating how it applies to operational accounting in a corporate setting.
  • Avoid generic cover letters; failing to mention the clean energy industry or Intersect Power specifically shows lack of effort.
  • Don't overlook the remote aspect—ensure you highlight your ability to work independently and communicate effectively virtually.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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