Overview
This role involves managing the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process for a U.S.-based renewable energy organization. The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee an offshore Global Business Services (GBS) accounting team and ensure timely, accurate vendor payments. The position supports reconciliations, month-end close, and other accounting activities as needed.
Responsibilities
Procure-to-Pay & Accounts Payable
- Own the full P2P process including invoice processing, approvals, payments, vendor setup, and 1099 reporting.
- Manage accounts payable reconciliations, accruals, aging reports, month-end close, and compliance with internal controls.
- Collaborate with Treasury and cross-functional teams to support payment timing, cash forecasting, and process improvements.
- Maintain AP policies, procedures, controls, and system enhancements.
GBS Oversight
- Supervise the offshore GBS team responsible for daily AP processing.
- Provide direction, review work, prioritize tasks, and support escalation to ensure quality and service levels.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), accuracy, and process performance while driving continuous improvement.
Broader Accounting Support
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Support audits, tax-related activities, ERP enhancements, and ad hoc accounting projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable / Procure-to-Pay experience with full-cycle AP ownership.
- Experience working with offshore, shared-service, GBS, or BPO accounting teams preferred.
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, three-way match, and 1099 reporting.
- ERP experience required; SAP S/4HANA preferred.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience in high-volume, multi-entity environments.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Self-directed, hands-on approach and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Renewable energy or construction accounting experience and CPA/APM credentials are a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting salary: $70,000 annually plus a competitive bonus structure. Actual pay will vary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Life insurance.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Retirement savings benefits.
Location
The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to fair employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics as defined by law.