How to apply for Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist - Battery Storage

About Plus Power

Plus Power develops standalone battery energy storage projects with a 10+ GW portfolio across more than 25 states. The company partners with grid operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own, and operate these projects. It focuses on solving climate problems profitably and values radical transparency and internal partnering.

About the role

The Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist will manage accounts payable for battery storage projects. This role supports the financial operations that keep energy storage projects moving. It is critical because accurate and timely payments help maintain vendor relationships and project timelines.

A typical day

A typical day might involve processing invoices, reconciling payments, and communicating with vendors and internal teams. You would ensure that payments are made accurately and on time to support ongoing battery storage projects. You might also work on process improvements and assist with month-end closing activities.

Who Plus Power is looking for

• Has experience in accounts payable, preferably in energy, construction, or project-based industries.
• Can handle high-volume invoice processing, vendor management, and payment reconciliation.
• Is comfortable working remotely and collaborating with teams across different locations.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and can work with financial systems and spreadsheets.

Tips for this application

• Highlight any experience with accounts payable in energy, construction, or infrastructure projects.
• Emphasize your ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple priorities.
• Show familiarity with accounting software and tools commonly used in accounts payable.
• Mention any experience with vendor onboarding, invoice processing, and payment scheduling.
• Reference Plus Power's mission and how your role supports project development and operations.

What to cover in your cover letter

['Your specific accounts payable experience and how it relates to project-based energy work.', 'Your ability to work remotely and collaborate with cross-functional teams.', 'Your understanding of the importance of accurate and timely payments in project development.', "Your alignment with Plus Power's values of transparency and internal partnering."]

Research before applying

• Learn about Plus Power's battery storage projects and their locations.
• Understand the basics of standalone energy storage and why it is important for the grid.
• Research Plus Power's partners and investors to understand their business model.
• Look into the company's values and culture as described on their website or in press releases.

Likely interview topics

Based on the job description, expect questions about:

• Walk us through your process for managing a high volume of invoices.
• How do you handle discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices?
• Describe a time you improved an accounts payable process.
• How do you prioritize payments when there are competing deadlines?
• What experience do you have with accounting software and ERP systems?

Common mistakes to avoid

• Not tailoring your resume to highlight accounts payable experience in energy or project-based industries.
• Ignoring the remote nature of the role and not demonstrating ability to work independently.
• Failing to research Plus Power's mission and how the role supports it.