Sr. Manager, Accounting (SPV Reporting & IT Projects)

About this role

About EVgo

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to build a sustainable business that powers our transportation and protects our planet. As a leader in clean transportation, EVgo sits at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and innovation.

We are rapidly expanding our national footprint through strategic partnerships with retailers, automakers, rideshare and, fleets, bringing fast charging to communities across the country. EVgo enables drivers of all makes and models to charge where they want, when they want.

At EVgo, sustainability is not just what we do; it is who we are. We are committed to reducing carbon emissions, advancing clean energy solutions, and building infrastructure that supports a more sustainable future. We believe great companies are built by great people. Our culture is mission driven, customer centric, collaborative, and innovative, with a strong focus on creating an environment where employees can growand make a lasting positive impact. Join us as we charge forward.

Position Summary

The Sr. Manager, Accounting manages multiple accounting teams or a single complex functional area, overseeing the full general ledger close cycle and providing technical accounting leadership across a broad portfolio of responsibilities. This role manages a team, building their effectiveness and ensuring consistent close quality, control discipline, and process rigor across all teams. The Sr. Manager, Accounting works cross-functionally to clarify business needs, negotiate priorities, and drive continuous improvement in EVgo's accounting operations — serving as a key point of escalation and a trusted partner to the Controller.

Responsibilities

Multi-Team Leadership & Manager Development

• Manage a team of accounting personnel; orient new team members, empower them to lead with appropriate autonomy, and hold them accountable for team outcomes.

• Build team capability through regular coaching, honest performance feedback, and deliberate development conversations; identify succession candidates and create growth opportunities.

• Align team priorities, resourcing, and workflows across managed groups; make resource allocation decisions and escalate when capacity or skill gaps put close quality at risk.

• Create a high-accountability, high-support team culture that values accuracy, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Close Oversight & Technical Accounting

• Provide technical oversight of close activities across all managed teams, reviewing complex journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules for assigned functional areas.

• Serve as a key escalation point for accounting questions across managed teams; research complex or non-standard transactions and recommend well-supported accounting positions.

• Build consensus on accounting approaches across teams; negotiate priorities and resolve cross-team dependencies that affect close timing or accuracy.

• Ensure all close deliverables across managed areas meet EVgo's quality, accuracy, and timeliness standards; address systemic issues proactively.

SOX Compliance & Audit Leadership

• Oversee SOX documentation and testing for managed control areas; coordinate with internal audit on walkthroughs and remediation of identified deficiencies.

• Serve as the primary management contact for external auditors on assigned scope; ensure timely delivery of complete, accurate audit packages.

• Maintain a strong control environment across managed teams; proactively identify and remediate control weaknesses before they become audit findings.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Lead close process improvement initiatives across managed teams; drive automation, standardization, and efficiency gains that reduce close timelines and improve data quality.

• Partner with the Controller, FP&A, tax, legal, and operational teams on accounting implications of business changes, new programs, and significant transactions.

• Support accounting system initiatives including ERP enhancements and integrations with operational data sources.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Typically, 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3+ years managing managers or multiple accounting teams, or equivalent work experience.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master's degree or MBA a plus.

• CPA license strongly preferred.

• Experience in a public company environment with direct Big 4 audit coordination.

• Prior experience leading accounting system implementation or improvement projects.

• Track record of developing accounting managers and building high-performing accounting teams.

• Equivalent education or training in accounting, finance, or a related field (e.g., professional certification, graduate-level coursework, or demonstrated expertise through sustained management leadership) accepted in lieu of a formal degree.

• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP across a broad range of general accounting areas including ASC 360, ASC 842, and financial close.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple accounting teams, develop managers, and drive cross-team accountability in a close-cycle environment.

• Deep experience with SOX 404 compliance, including control design, documentation, testing, and remediation.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite) and strong data analysis skills.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills; ability to build consensus across teams and cross-functional partners.

• Up to 15% travel may be required for cross-functional meetings, auditor engagements, or leadership offsites.

Benefits and Perks

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus mental wellbeing support and wellness programs

• Financial Benefits: 401(k), Health…