Development Accountant

About Torch Clean Energy

Torch Clean Energy is a leading renewable energy developer focused on accelerating the transition to a clean energy future. We specialize in the development, financing, construction, and operation of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects across the United States. At Torch, we believe our mission-driven culture, strong relationships, and nimble execution are key to our success. In January of 2025, Torch entered into a joint venture partnership with Morgan Stanley Infrastructure partners to develop, construct, and operate our existing pipeline of projects and to acquire additional assets prior to the start of construction.

Position Summary

Torch Clean Energy is seeking a highly motivated Development Accountant to support the company’s development, finance, and accounting efforts. This is a hybrid role based in Boulder, CO, reporting to the CFO.

What You'll Do

Torch is a small team valuing members who are comfortable and excited to develop a diverse skill set. This role will primarily work directly with the CFO to support our development accounting and loan administration efforts for project, tax equity, and corporate financing. This includes working with lenders and partners on monthly and annual compliance efforts and financial reporting. Additionally, this person will be responsible for:

· Corporate and project budgeting and monitoring

· Collaborate with 3rd party audit and accounting partners

· Accounting, AP & AR support, particularly as we transition some responsibilities away from 3rd party management to create more internal accounting efficiencies (accounting entries, matching budget to actual in financial modelling, etc.)

· Supporting the administration and procurement of insurance, Letters of Credit and Sureties, derivative transactions, and other financial instruments

· Tax and SALT monitoring, strategy, and compliance

· Other opportunities under the scope of the CFO’s office.

Who You Are

· 2 years of accounting and development accounting experience and/or administration of loan draws and loan administration experience

· Proven ability to work with Asset Managers on budgets and monthly reports

· Experience executing draw requests, creating monthly reports, and other detailed loan administration duties

· Experience or interest in greater involvement in the solar/renewables industry

· Experience with basic accounting software and Microsoft Suite.

Why Join Torch Clean Energy?

· Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a well-capitalized and expanding clean energy company.

· Chance to work on significant, impactful utility-scale renewable energy projects.

· Potential for professional growth and leadership development.

· Collaborative and dynamic work environment with offices in Boulder, Colorado and Charlottesville, VA, with an opportunity to work remotely, in office, or remotely.

· Flexible work schedule

What We Offer

· Competitive compensation: salary range for this role is $70,000 to $100,000 annually

· 10 paid holidays and FTO (flexible time off if job duties are fully executed)

· Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision

· 401k company match

· Opportunity for annual bonus

· Flexible hybrid or fully remote work environment

Torch Clean Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.