Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview:

Mpower Energy is a leading renewable energy supplier and solar installer headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. Since 2009, we’ve been committed to delivering sustainable, affordable, and reliable energy solutions to residential and commercial customers across ten states. As our footprint continues to grow, we’re looking for talented professionals to help us scale our impact.

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic accounting team. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for efficiently processing bills, managing payment methods, and maintaining accurate financial records for the company. This role includes overseeing bill intake from multiple channels, processing payments via checks, wires, and Bill.com, and ensuring proper filing and record-keeping. This position works closely with the Accounts Receivable team and provides support to ensure seamless financial operations across both departments.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

- Bill Intake Management:

- Manage bill intake through five primary channels:

- Accounts Payable Email: Receive and organize bills sent via email.

- Physical Mail: Process hard copy bills received through postal mail.

- Vendor/Client Portals: Download bills directly from vendor/client portals.

- Walk-In Requests: Accept and process bills submitted in person.

Lavie Requests: Handle special requests for bill processing from Lavie.

- Bill Payment Processing:

- Process bill payments using three primary methods:

- Printing Checks: Prepare and distribute physical checks for bill payments.

- Preparing Wires: Set up and process wire transfers for timely payments.

com: Manage and automate bill payments through Bill.com. Ensure payments are synchronized between Bill.com and QuickBooks.

- File Management:

Maintain and organize the finance folder, ensuring that invoices, wire confirmations, and bank statements are filed promptly for easy access and future reference.

- Tax Payments and Filings:

Manage sales tax payments for NJ, NY, and NYC GRT taxes, coordinating with Daniel for the amounts and ensuring timely submissions.

- Collaboration with Accounts Receivable:

Support the Accounts Receivable team during periods of absence, ensuring smooth operations for both departments. Provide backup for other administrative tasks as necessary.

- Additional Responsibilities:

- Ensure timely approval of Bill.com payments, with approval required 10 days before the payment date.

- Assist with the review of monthly expense reports and other administrative duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

- 3 + years of experience in Accounts Payable

- Strong understanding of AP/AR and general accounting principles.

- Ability to generate and comprehend A/P Management reports: A/P Aging, Open Payables, Vendor Balance Summary, Invoice Register

- A/P Reconciliation Reconcile vendor statements, Applying credit memos

- Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and Excel.

- High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

- Excellent time management

- Consummate team player

Compensation & Benefits:

- Base Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k) options

- Professional Growth: Opportunities for career development within a fast-growing company

Why Join Mpower? At Mpower, you’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to expanding renewable energy across the U.S. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where results are celebrated, careers are built, and employees are empowered to make an impact.

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