Director of Accounting

Aypa Power

10d • Remote

About The Position

Aypa Power is seeking an experienced, hands-on Director of Accounting to lead and oversee core accounting operations. The role is responsible for the integrity of accounting systems and the general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, accounts payable, cash reconciliations, and maintaining a strong internal control environment. It also oversees corporate and intercompany accounting, including the corporate credit facility, interest rate swaps, and lease accounting.

The Director of Accounting will partner with Project Accounting, Financial Reporting, FP&A, Tax, and operational teams to support timely and accurate financial reporting while advancing process improvements, automation, and scalability. This leader will manage day-to-day accounting operations and build the processes needed to support a growing organization. The position reports to the VP, Accounting and Reporting, and team headcount is expected to grow alongside the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Active CPA license.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing accounting teams.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Experience in multi-entity environments, including consolidations, intercompany accounting, and elimination entries.
• Experience managing the month-end close process and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experience overseeing accounts payable and cash accounting functions.
• Track record of implementing process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment.
• Ability to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Public accounting experience.
• Experience with Sage Intacct, Coupa, or similar ERP and procurement platforms.
• Experience with close management and reconciliation tools such as FloQast or similar platforms.
• Experience in real estate, infrastructure, or renewable energy industries.

Responsibilities

• Own corporate-level intercompany billing and intercompany loan accounting, and partner with Financial Reporting on elimination entries and the consolidated close.
• Oversee corporate debt accounting, including the corporate credit facility, debt accruals, and interest allocation across entities.
• Oversee interest rate swap and other derivative journal entries and serve as the primary liaison with outside hedge accounting specialists.
• Oversee lease accounting and fixed asset accounting, including depreciation and related system administration.
• Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process, continually improving close timelines and reporting quality.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions and journal entries, and maintain the integrity of the chart of accounts and general ledger structure.
• Oversee preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules, improving quality, standardization, and documentation.
• Perform analytical reviews and investigate unusual fluctuations and variances.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment across core accounting processes.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting, annual audits, and tax and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Own the end-to-end procure-to-pay process, including accounts payable operations and vendor payment review and approval.
• Manage cash accounting activities, review bank reconciliations and cash-related transactions, and partner with FP&A to monitor liquidity and daily cash movements.
• Lead automation and process improvement initiatives, optimizing ERP systems and accounting tools for efficiency and scalability.
• Develop and standardize accounting policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Use technology and AI-enabled solutions, where appropriate, to increase accuracy and productivity.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the accounting team, building out the function as headcount grows.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent health care, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) matching.
• Unlimited vacation.
• Paid parental leave.
• Other health and wellness benefits.
• Annual bonus based on individual performance and the overall success of the business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director