About Edged Data Centers Edged is a fast-growing provider of sustainable data centers and energy infrastructure. The company builds and operates a global network of ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers with waterless cooling for colocation, hyperscale and build-to-suit customers. The highly differentiated infrastructure platform is the first large-scale, global deployment of waterless cooling platform-wide and transforms data center growth into a catalyst for sustainable development. Edged is backed by a deep proprietary technology stack that will include renewable microgrid systems, ultra-clean generators, and waste-to-fuel solutions. The platform is designed for rapid deployment with more than a dozen new data centers operating or under construction across Europe and North America and a gigawatt-scale project pipeline. The North American division of Edged is a joint venture between one of the largest private multinational corporations in the world and an affiliate of Endeavour. Endeavour is a purpose-driven organization helping innovators to develop and launch breakthrough solutions for global challenges in the areas of energy, water, and waste. Endeavour companies are made up of passionate change-makers who want to leave the world better than the way we found it. Today, Endeavour is deploying solutions that are immediately scalable and deliver both high financial returns and positive impact, including EV charging, waterless data center cooling, and advanced energy systems.

Overview The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the joint venture general ledger accounting function and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The Accounting Manager will also lead the accounting for debt facilities, capital contributions, equity transactions, intercompany financing, and other complex balance sheet activities. The ideal candidate has a strong technical accounting foundation developed through public accounting and industry experience, enjoys solving complex accounting issues, and is equally comfortable leading the close process, partnering with business leaders, and developing a high-performing accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
Oversee the accounting close for operating expenses, debt, equity, intercompany transactions, and other balance sheet accounts.
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by the accounting team.
Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
Perform analytical reviews of balance sheet and income statement accounts, investigate variances, and ensure appropriate resolution of accounting issues.
Drive continuous improvements in the close process, including automation, standardization, and strengthening of internal controls.
Manage accounting for construction loans, revolving credit facilities, project financings, debt modifications, debt issuance costs, interest expense, and debt amortization.
Prepare and maintain debt rollforwards and supporting schedules.
Account for capital contributions, capital distributions, equity issuances, ownership changes, and other equity transactions.
Maintain equity rollforwards and capital account schedules.
Account for intercompany loans, capital calls, and financing transactions across multiple legal entities.
Partner with Treasury and Corporate Development on new financing transactions and capital structure initiatives.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications Required

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
CPA required.
8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including 2–3 years of experience with a Big Four public accounting firms
Experience leading the month-end close process in a multi-entity environment.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
Experience preparing or reviewing consolidations and intercompany eliminations.
Experience supporting external audits and working directly with auditors.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).

Preferred

Experience in data centers, commercial real estate, infrastructure, renewable energy, construction, or other capital-intensive industries.
Experience working in a private equity-backed organization.
Familiarity with project accounting and joint venture accounting.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across Finance and Operations.

EEO Statement:

Edged is an equal opportunities employer. We believe in ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for all. We assess candidate qualifications and make recruiting decisions based on the experience, capabilities and skills you share with us in your application and applicable materials. Hiring and employment decisions within Edged are not based on religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Total Rewards Statement:

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; PTO; employee assistance program; and other company benefits. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, location, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

Great Place to Work Enjoy…

A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
A flexible, autonomous work environment.
A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
Growth and travel opportunities.
A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.

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