Senior Accountant, Short-Term

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. 

Aypa is looking for a Senior Accountant to work on a temporary, 6-month basis, with the possibility for conversion at the end of the term. This role will be responsible for the accounting and reporting of significant accounting transactions, special projects, and internal reporting.   

The ideal candidate will be familiar with technical accounting subjects, such as revenue recognition, leases, debt and equity instruments, property plant & equipment and hedge accounting. They will also have a strong understanding of GAAP, accounting systems, processes and best practices. We are looking for a candidate who is detail oriented, has strong organization and communication skills, and is very self-motivated and efficient.
 
Responsibilities:   

• Monitor business activities, ensure timely identification of accounting and financial reporting matters and assist in preparing high quality accounting memorandums for senior management and auditors;
• Assist in the preparation and review of corporate accounting policies and procedures;
• Prepare analyses of data and support for technical matters with agility and present findings and challenges timely for evaluation;
• Work cross-functionally with other groups to foresee potential accounting issues and recommend practical solutions associated with contemplated business transactions;
• Participates in both formal and informal reviews with business transactions to ensure financial statement disclosures are complete and accurate;
• Track and report on various accounting-related matters within the company’s credit agreements, including principal and interest payments, liquidity requirements and other matters;
• Perform general ledger accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and other ad hoc tasks related to period-end close;
• Execute monthly accounting close activities and complete related deliverables;
• Conduct actual vs. actual flux analysis with an eye for detail;
• Assist with various treasury related activities;
• Assist with special projects as needed. 

Key Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience;
• CPA required, Big 4 public accounting experience desired;
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience;
• Strong understanding of GAAP as well as ability to clearly and concisely document and effectively communicate complex accounting and reporting issues to finance and non-finance personnel;
• Highly effective communication skills (verbal and written);
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to develop strong partnerships and influence people;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize appropriately and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. 

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: Remote (USA). The ability to work in the United States is a requirement;   
Travel: Limited travel, may need 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.