Accounts Payable Manager

Accounts Payable Manager

Raleigh, NC

Hope Mills, NC

Description

For over twenty years, Cinterra has provided specialized electrical utility and solar construction services to support some of the nation's leading contractors, private industry and public utilities. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction is only rivalled by one of the highest safety ratings in the industry. The services we provide help to bring electric power and renewable energy sources to millions. Come join our team today!

Position Summary

In this position, you will serve as the Process Owner for Accounts Payable and play an integral role with responsibility for all aspects associated with expense processing from invoice receipt to approval workflow processing, to recording and payment. Activities will include oversight responsibility for Accounts Payables people, process, and technology and will require expert knowledge in developing and implementing necessary policies and procedures. This role requires a leader who demonstrates meticulous oversight and strategic acumen in financial accounting and operations. You will receive exposure to multiple levels across the Organization and will produce financial and other business analyses, including the interpretation and investigation of data for Operations. You will also support overall business reporting within the accounting function, ensuring complete, accurate and timely reporting of information in this area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

· Act as the Business Process Owner of Accounts Payable and T&E with a high degree of customer service to internal business partners and vendors.

· Develop a strong, collaborative, cohesive team that has the skills and knowledge to support a growing organization.

· Diligently supervise the invoice process to ensure all financial obligations are settled promptly, completely and accurately thereby ensuring positive vendor management and mitigating the possibility of incurring late fees or penalties.

· Craft and implement comprehensive strategies on the organizational design and effectiveness of the department’s people, processes, and technology within the Accounts Payable spectrum.

· Where necessary, proactively leads and influences significant functional changes, including the adoption of new payment solutions and the advancement of Procure-To-Pay system frameworks.

· Provide astute oversight in the authorization and posting of invoice batches, ensuring meticulous vendor verification, proper cost coding, and the presence of requisite approvals.

· Monitor and delegate/escalate incoming requests efficiently, guaranteeing responses aligned with established Company standards.

· Communicate effectively with team members, peers, and Management by providing timely, clear, and thorough directions and responses, both in writing and verbally.

· Formulate and propel initiatives aimed at continuous improvement in the Accounts Payable function, from vendor onboarding to processing payments, to maintaining rigorous control systems.

· Responsible for the review of vendor statements to ensure accurate and complete account reconciliation and recording.

· Support Project Finance and Operations teams in analysis of expense history on project performance.

· Build strong relationships with internal departments, including IT, HR, Procurement, and other finance teams/business units.

· Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are in place for all significant processes performed by the Accounts Payable and T&E teams.

· Develop, implement and analyze KPIs to ensure acceptable levels of performance and to identify improvement opportunities.

· Lead weekly AP meetings designed to evaluate working capital requirements and ensure timely visibility and forecasting.

· Adheres to accounting policies and procedures that are compliant with GAAP, assists in procedural changes, and maintains internal controls over financial reporting.

· Assist with integrating new acquisitions, system implementations, and other special projects.

· 10 plus years of advanced AP manager experience.

· Public accounting and/or project accounting experience a plus.

· Certified Public Accountant or similar designation preferred but not required.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is essential; Strong emphasis on Microsoft Excel skills (lookups, pivots, formula statements, etc.).

· Experience with Microsoft DataVerse and PowerBI a plus.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and as a team member with excellent interpersonal skills.

· Exhibits a strong ability to handle multiple tasks and drive those tasks to completion while meeting appropriate timelines.

· A proven track record in leading and executing implementation processes.

· Exposure to company acquisitions a plus.

Cinterra provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.