Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Sunlight and Triathlon Energy Storage Systems are a world-leading technology company and provider of innovative industrial and off-road energy storage solutions with 30 years of experience operating in more than 115 countries. We specialize in the development and production of lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries for industrial mobility, leisure mobility, and ESS applications. The Sunlight and Triathlon businesses in the Americas are on a journey to achieve $1bn in revenues in the next few years across the Industrial Mobility and Energy Storage System sectors.

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist position plays a key role in overseeing the accounts payable functions which requires close coordination with the off-site shared services team, internal departments and external vendors to resolve issues, reconcile accounts and process payments. This role will serve as a subject matter expert for AP processes, collaborate with procurement, supply chain, and finance teams to support smooth operation across the business. 

 Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between the off-site shared service team and the US internal departments to address invoice discrepancies promptly and effectively. 
• Contact vendors to request account statements, investigate differences, and resolve invoice or payment related issues. 
• Create weekly payment run ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments. 
• Analyze AP aging reports and reconcile vendor balances monthly.
• Ensuring bills and payroll are paid in a timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental approvals and procedures.
• Maintain accurate AP aging reports and reconcile AP subledger to the GL.
• Serve as primary point of contact for vendors regarding payment status, discrepancies, and escalations. 
• Partner with procurement and receiving teams to resolve 3-way match issues and improve procure-to -pay processes. 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers to support production continuity.  
• Ensure adherence to internal control requirements and company AP policies. 
• Assist with month-end close activities including accruals. 
• Assist in audits by preparing required AP documentation. 
• Monitor compliance with payment terms, discounts, and tax requirements. 
• Act a subject matter expert for ERP/AP documentation. 
• Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and automation.
• Assist with special projects related to AP, cash management, and finance initiatives. 

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or Bachelor's related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounts payable and/or accounting experience in mid- to large-size organizations beneficial.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems (SAP) preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in handling vendor relationships and internal collaboration. 
• High attention to detail and accuracy and organization. 
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across internal teams. 

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SAP strongly preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment with minimal travel expected.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits:

• 120 hours of flexible PTO
• 401k match up to 6%
• HSA contributions with qualifying plan.
• Progressive Paternity and Maternity leave.