Palmetto · 1 month ago
Assistant Accounts Payable Manager
1616 Camden Rd Charlotte, NC 28203
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expPalmetto is a leading clean tech company focused on accelerating the transition to a clean energy future. They are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Accounts Payable Manager to oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, manage vendor relationships, and ensure accurate financial reporting while fostering a positive work culture.
Clean EnergyCleanTechConsumer SoftwareEnergySoftware
Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the end-to-end AP process, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing in Stampli, NetSuite and Navan
Manage and strengthen vendor relationships, ensuring timely communication and resolution of discrepancies
Handle high-volume payments ($100M+ monthly), including milestone-based payments, with precision and compliance
Oversee AP aging reports, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding invoices
Ensure proper coding, approval workflows, and payment processes align with company policies
Ensure timely and accurate month-end accruals and reconciliation processes for financial reporting
Review and analyze AP-related journal entries and GL reconciliations
Assist in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations related to AP transactions
Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy in AP operations
Generate ad hoc reports and pull detailed AP-related data as requested
Work with IT and finance teams to optimize AP system functionality and enhance reporting capabilities
Analyze AP trends, payment cycles, and vendor performance to recommend cost-saving opportunities
Provide leadership, support, and coaching to the AP team to enhance their skills and performance
Foster a positive, high-performance work culture to ensure the team meets its goals and deadlines
Train and mentor AP staff on best practices, compliance standards, and system optimizations
Lead AP team meetings, ensuring alignment on priorities and continuous learning
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
5+ years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable, with 2+ years in a managerial or supervisory role
Strong understanding of month-end close processes, vendor management, and accruals
Proficiency in banking and AP systems, particularly HSBC, JPM, BofA, Stampli, NetSuite, Navan, Tipalti
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to generate and interpret AP reports
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, especially when managing large payments
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to coach and support team members
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining efficiency and positivity
Preferred
Renewable energy industry experience is preferred but not required
Benefits
Unlimited PTO
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid parental leave
Retirement plans
And more
Company
Palmetto
Palmetto accelerates the clean energy transition with software and financial services that make home electrification easy.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$2.25BKey Investors
TPG Rise Climate FundSocial CapitalJP Morgan
2025-10-06Debt Financing· $420M
2025-01-17Debt Financing· $1.2B
2023-03-06Private Equity· $150M
Leadership Team
Shane Battier
Chief Culture Advisor
Recent News
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