Manager, Project 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. 

Aypa Power is seeking an accounting manager to oversee day-to-day project accounting, month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations. This role will manage accounting for multiple areas, including construction costs, prepaid assets, fixed assets, CIP, accruals, and leases across the company’s projects.

The ideal candidate is self-driven, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple priorities. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for your areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Own specific areas of the general ledger, including the preparation and posting of journal entries and performing monthly account reconciliations;
• Drive monthly close process, including working independently and with team members to meet all targets and timelines;
• Prepare documentation and assist in interim and year end external audits;
• Understand and review owner contract for accounting related tasks & responsibilities;
• Lead the monthly draw process for assigned projects under construction;
• Review cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices;
• Lead and manage the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate financial statements and reports, including preparation of journal entries and respective account reconciliations;
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline project accounting processes and enhance control over transactions;
• Ensure GAAP compliant accounting policies and processes are fully established and properly followed for accounting and reporting of business transactions;
• Prepare, review, and ensure accurate capture and attribution of journal entries, daily transactions, and monthly expense allocations to projects;
• Prepare and review monthly general ledger account reconciliations;
• Adhere to all financial deadlines, including month-end and quarterly reporting;
• Other duties as required or assigned. 

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant experience. Renewable energy or construction accounting preferred;
• CPA required;
• Understanding of energy projects, and experience with foreign and multiple entities is a plus;
• Experience in renewable energy industry, understanding of renewable development preferred;
• 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 both individual performance as well as 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). Ability to work in the United States and travel to Canada is a requirement. 

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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