DescriptionAbout Blue Sky Utility/ Nofar USA
Blue Sky Utility develops and operates utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States.
Position Overview
We are seeking a junior-level CPA with renewable energy experience to serve as a Project Controller supporting our capital projects portfolio. This role is responsible for financial oversight at the project level.
This individual will function as the financial owner of assigned projects from development through construction and into operations.
Key Responsibilities
Project-Level Financial Oversight
• Prepare project financial statements
• Build and maintain project budgets and financial models
• Track project spend against approved budgets
• Monitor cost-to-complete forecasts
• Review and approve invoices related to assigned projects
• Manage change order financial analysis
Forecasting & Reporting
• Prepare monthly project financial reports
• Analyze variances and identify risk exposure
• Support lender and investor reporting requirements
• Partner with FP&A on capital deployment forecasting
Construction & Development Support
• Collaborate with EPC and Development teams to validate project financial assumptions
• Review contract terms for financial impact
• Track milestone payments and draw schedules
• Ensure alignment between financial models and executed contracts
Controls & Compliance
• Ensure proper project-level accounting treatment
• Support audit requests related to assigned projects
• Maintain documentation and financial controls specific to project SPVs
Requirements• CPA (active or in progress)
• 2–5 years of experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or capital projects
• Experience supporting utility-scale solar and/or energy storage projects preferred
• Strong understanding of project accounting, WIP accounting, and capitalized costs
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience working with project finance structures and SPVs preferred
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, execution-oriented environment
What Makes This Role Unique
• Direct impact on multimillion-dollar renewable energy projects
• High visibility with executive leadership
• Exposure to full project lifecycle
• Opportunity to grow into a senior finance leadership position
This role is ideal for someone who wants to move beyond traditional accounting and into project-level financial ownership within the renewable energy industry.
BenefitsWhat we can offer you:
- An Incredible Team, a Big Mission
Work alongside smart, passionate people who are genuinely driven to build a cleaner energy future. We move fast, collaborate deeply, and celebrate wins together. Our team culture is strong and stable, reflected in our 87% employee retention rate, which speaks to the environment we’ve worked hard to build. - Competitive Pay with Transparency from Day One
We believe in being honest and clear about compensation from the start. The base salary range for this role is $100,000-110,000. Compensation decisions are based on a thoughtful review of your background, skills, certifications, and the impact you’ll bring to our growing business. Posting salary ranges upfront is part of our commitment to transparency and trust. - Benefits that Start on Day One
Your health and financial well-being matter to us. That’s why we offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, short-term disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a generous 6% company match, all available starting your first day and activating on the first of the month following your start date. - Real Work-Life Balance
We believe great work happens when people feel supported, energized, and trusted. Our hybrid schedule gives you the structure to collaborate in person and the space to focus and recharge. - A Culture That Walks the Talk
Our team motto is “Be a Commando.” To us, that means stepping in wherever needed, taking ownership without waiting to be asked, solving problems with creativity and grit, and supporting your teammates without ego. It reflects a culture of accountability, resilience, and teamwork where everyone is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the mission done.We are building a company where everyone belongs. Inclusion is not a checkbox. It is woven into how we hire, grow, and work every day.
