Accounts Payable Manager

Aypa Power, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading developer, owner, and operator of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable projects that power our communities and cities. Our mission is to responsibly decarbonize the grid and make North American energy markets more affordable, sustainable, and efficient. Aypa is well-capitalized and uniquely positioned to lean forward on projects with well-suited deal structures to meet our customers' needs. We have been at the forefront of energy storage development since our first energy storage project came online in 2018. As a leader in our industry, we have over 22 GW of utility-scale energy storage and hybrid renewable energy projects in development and 33 projects in operation or construction across North America.

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the accounts payable function, reporting to Controller. This team is mission critical to how investment funds get deployed into renewable energy projects, and provides an incredible opportunity to learn the ins/outs of the industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounts payable systems and best practices, including an understanding of multi-entity, multi-project environments (including multiple currencies). The ideal candidate will have experience dissecting contracts and scrutinizing invoice details to ensure accurate GLcoding, combined with excellent organizational and communication skills. A high level of self-motivation and efficiency is essential.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee all aspects of accounts payable, managing, leading, and mentoring the A/P team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency;

- Actively participate in daily operational tasks alongside managing the team, demonstrating willingness to engage in the 'hands-on' work necessary for the team's success;

- Ensure accurate and efficient processing of accounts payable and accrual entries in a multi-entity, multi-currency setting through the project lifecycle;

- Ensure effective implementation of the invoice approval policy and process in coordination with department leads;

- Read and interpret contracts to understand billing terms and conditions, ensuring vendor/purchase order/invoice records align with contractual agreements;

- Lead vendor onboarding and relations, purchase order/invoice processing, and payment disbursements;

- Administer employee expense reimbursements;

- Oversee the preparation and analysis of A/P reports, providing insights into cash flow management and expenditure trends;

- Tying out AP agings and subledgers to the general ledger;

- Collaborate with other departments to improve the A/P process, implement best practices, and integrate new software as needed;

- Assist in the implementation of a Purchase Order system and integration with invoice processing and accounting ERP;

- Support annual financial statement audit requests, and lead FOrm-1099 reporting;

- Actively research and pursue system upgrades and integrations with AP systems and other company systems;

- Prepare ad hoc analyses and perform other duties as required or assigned.

Key Qualifications:

- 5-7 years experience in accounts payable management, preferably within the renewable energy sector or similar complex environments (real estate or other project finance settings)

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field is preferred, but not required;

- Familiarity with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting practices, including inter-entity billing;

- Strong understanding of accounting principles and complex coding systems;

- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team;

- Exceptional organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written;

- Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset and a commitment to process improvement;

- Experience with Sage Intacct and Stampli preferred;

- Experience with automated bank payment systems and banking implementations;

- Experience implementing or managing procurement/supply chain management systems.

Systems Currently Used in the Accounting Environment:

- Microsoft Office, including SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;

- Sage Intacct with multi-entity consolidation and multi-currency;

- Stampli invoice approval workflow, integrated with Intacct;

- Expensify employee expense tracking and approval, integrated with Intacct;

- FloQast controls management.

Compensation and Location:

Salary :

A base salary commensurate with experience.

Bonus :

An annual bonus will be awarded based on individual performance and the overall success of the business.

Benefits :

Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision, 401k matching, unlimited vacation, paid parental leave, and other health/wellness benefits.

Location:

Ability to work in the United States is a requirement. Preference is given to candidates located in Austin, TX, or willing to relocate.

Travel:

Limited travel, must be able to travel to Canada.

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.

Please note: We kindly request that recruiting companies and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in respecting our hiring process. Thank you.