What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Manager position at rPlus Energies?
Company Overview
rPlus Energies is a team of committed energy industry professionals working together to develop large- scale renewable energy generation and electric storage projects in the United States. rPlus Energies is a market leader in the western US with a proven track record of delivering projects to utility and corporate customers on time and on budget. rPlus Energies specializes in bringing projects to market through partnership with the private sector, municipalities, utilities, and industry-leading technology and service providers. Its portfolio consists of a strategic mix of solar, solar plus battery, wind, and pumped storage hydro facilities. Our company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and is backed by Gardner Group and Sandbrook Capital.
Position Overview
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Tax Manager to lead our tax strategy and compliance efforts. This position is newly created to support our expanding team and accelerating portfolio, primarily within the solar, wind and electric storage sectors. This role requires close collaboration across the project development, finance, and accounting teams. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to tax regulations, optimize tax incentives, and support our mission to deliver clean, sustainable energy solutions. As part of our mission, this role will influence tax strategies and incentives in a rapidly growing sector. rPlus Energies offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This position will report to the Director of Accounting and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
General Responsibilities
rPlus Energies is a team of committed energy industry professionals working together to develop large- scale renewable energy generation and electric storage projects in the United States. rPlus Energies is a market leader in the western US with a proven track record of delivering projects to utility and corporate customers on time and on budget. rPlus Energies specializes in bringing projects to market through partnership with the private sector, municipalities, utilities, and industry-leading technology and service providers. Its portfolio consists of a strategic mix of solar, solar plus battery, wind, and pumped storage hydro facilities. Our company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and is backed by Gardner Group and Sandbrook Capital.
Position Overview
We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Tax Manager to lead our tax strategy and compliance efforts. This position is newly created to support our expanding team and accelerating portfolio, primarily within the solar, wind and electric storage sectors. This role requires close collaboration across the project development, finance, and accounting teams. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to tax regulations, optimize tax incentives, and support our mission to deliver clean, sustainable energy solutions. As part of our mission, this role will influence tax strategies and incentives in a rapidly growing sector. rPlus Energies offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This position will report to the Director of Accounting and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
General Responsibilities
- Manage all federal, state, and local tax compliance, reporting, and filings.
- Develop and execute tax planning strategies to maximize incentives, including ITC, PTC, and other renewable energy credits.
- Collaborate with project teams on the tax implications of new solar, wind and electric storage projects, acquisitions, and partnerships.
- Monitor legislative changes impacting renewable energy tax credits and incentives, ensuring company compliance and opportunity capitalization.
- Review externally prepared K-1s, tax returns, documentation, and disclosures.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel.
- Coordinate with shareholders/investors, including direct coordination with their tax advisors.
- Conduct internal tax risk assessments and recommend mitigations.
- Support financial forecasting and modeling related to tax impacts.
- Maintain documentation and records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- 5 years of corporate/partnership tax experience, with a focus on renewable energy or infrastructure projects preferred.
- Strong understanding of wind, solar and electric storage tax incentives, credits, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in tax software and financial analysis tools.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Experience with multi-state tax compliance.
- Knowledge of IRS procedures and renewable energy policy developments.
- Strategic thinker with problem-solving capabilities.