Description 🏢 Position Overview Bill Watts at Robert Half is partnering with a great Energy company who is seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP team within the fast-paced and highly regulated Energy sector. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the entire AP cycle, ensuring accuracy, compliance with industry standards, and timely vendor payments across multiple energy-related projects and operations. 📌 Key Responsibilities + Supervise and mentor AP staff, promoting efficiency and cross-functional collaboration + Manage full-cycle accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, approvals, and payment execution + Ensure compliance with sector-specific regulations, including utility billing standards, environmental reporting, and procurement policies + Optimize payment cycles to support cash flow and operational continuity in energy projects + Liaise with internal departments (procurement, operations, legal) to resolve discrepancies and align spending strategies + Implement and maintain automated AP systems (e.g., ERP platforms) tailored for energy industry needs + Monitor vendor contracts and service agreements to validate billing accuracy + Prepare AP reports and analytics for financial planning, audits, and regulatory review Requirements 🎯 Requirements + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred) + 5+ years of AP experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role + Strong understanding of GAAP and energy industry compliance (FERC, EPA, etc.) + Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms + Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills + Ability to thrive in high-volume, deadline-driven environments 🌟 Preferred Qualifications + Experience managing AP across multiple energy-related entities or geographic regions + Familiarity with renewable energy incentives, cost tracking, and vendor sourcing regulations + Prior involvement in systems transformation or digitalization of AP processes Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .