Senior Manager, Accounting

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 expanding our team and seeking an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team, reporting to our Sr. Director of Accounting and Reporting. This role leads the month-end close, general accounting and process management, and ensures a strong internal control environment.  The ideal candidate will have foundational USGAAP knowledge, analytical and interpersonal skills, and hands-on experience with ERP systems implementation and management. Experience in renewable energy or property development environments is preferred. 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide leadership with month-end closing activities and standard operating procedures related to general ledger completeness and accuracy;
  
• Establish and enforce a month-end closing calendar, deliverables, and clearly defined roles and responsibilities within Accounting and throughout Aypa;
  
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline general accounting processes and enhance control over transactions;
  
• Prepare, review, and ensure accurate capture of journal entries and daily transactions;
  
• Manage cost allocations to projects and related & affiliated companies;
  
• Maintain integrity and completeness of cash, accrual, tax, and Canadian local currency vs. USD books, including reconciliations of FX gains/losses and cumulative translation adjustments;
  
• Prepare and review financial reports for various subsidiary entities, including for Management Companies to confirm completeness and accuracy;
  
• Provide treasury management support, including cash reports and balancing cash entities;
  
• Provide ad-hoc financial analyses as may be requested from time to time, including audit support;
  
• Develop and lead the General Accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency; 
  
• Other duties as required or assigned by the Controller or senior accounting management. 
  
  

Key Qualifications: 

• CPA required;
  
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including supervisory/team management experience;
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field;
  
• Experience managing month-end close in a complex environment;
  
• Experience with multi-currency transactions and investments;
  
• Experience with consolidations, including stepped up values, investment eliminations entries;
  
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
  
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Stampli, FloQast, LeaseQuery or similar business applications; 
  
• Current on technical accounting pronouncements;
  
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy, while prioritizing tasks to meet critical deadlines.
  

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 required but 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. 

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