Associate Accounts Payable Specilaist

About Stem - Driven by human and artificial intelligence – Stem is unlocking energy intelligence.

Stem is a global leader reimagining technology to support the energy transition. Turning complexity into clarity, and potential into performance.

We help asset owners, operators and stakeholders benefit from the full value of their energy portfolio by enabling the intelligent development, deployment, and operation of clean energy assets. Our integrated software suite, PowerTrack, is the industry standard and best-in-class for asset monitoring, supported by professional and managed services, under one roof. Meant to tackle challenges as seamlessly as possible, Stem shows the information needed clearly and accurately and helps harness raw data to inform actionable insight. With global projects managed in 55 countries – from Germany to Japan and across North America – customers have relied on Stem for nearly 20 years to maximize the value of their clean energy projects.

Stem's culture embodies diversity & inclusion beyond the traditional facets of gender, ethnicity, age, disabilities, and sexual orientation to include experience, personality, communication, workstyles, and more. At our core, Stem is at the momentous intersection of clean energy and software technology where diverse ideas, experiences, and professional skills converge to make the inclusive culture we have today. Together, we are turning old school thoughts about software and energy into progressive, collaborative, and innovative solutions. By joining our team, you will be collaborating with data scientists, energy experts, skilled salespeople, thought-leading executives and more from a range of backgrounds. This intersection of ideas, beliefs, and skills is what makes us unique enough to lead the world's largest network of digitally connected energy storage systems.

Required Education and Experience

• BCom/MCom/MBA 3-year degree in accounting preferred
• Minimum 2 year of experience in accounts payable or related field
• Exposure to process automation and improvement initiatives is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring all invoices are reviewed and approved according to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of all vendor accounts, ensuring all information is up-to-date and accurate.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigating and resolving any discrepancies as needed.
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, payment reports, and accrual reports.
• Resolve issues related to vendor payments, discrepancies, and invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Process weekly and monthly check runs, ensuring all payments are made on time.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure all accounts payable transactions are properly recorded and documented.
• Review and analyze accounts payable invoices and vendor statements to identify and record accruals for expenses and liabilities not yet recorded. Prepare and record journal entries for accruals, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Reconcile accrual accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Create new vendor accounts in the company's system and ensure that all necessary information is accurate and complete.
• Maintain vendor master data, including updating vendor information and resolving any issues related to vendor data.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks and projects assigned by management.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).

Stem, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.