Accounts Payable Administrator
Solid Power, Inc., Brighton, CO, United States
Position Overview
Solid Power is seeking an Accounts Payable Administrator to join our talented team. Solid Power is a public company that operates in a dynamic, fast‑paced, collaborative environment. This role will work closely with the Director and will be a key resource on the team who will oversee accounts payable functions. The right candidate has impeccable attention to detail, is a critical thinker, maintains a positive attitude, seeks constant improvement, thrives in a dynamic environment, and can work both collaboratively and independently.
Job Duties
Accounts Payable Operations
Perform end‑to‑end AP processes including vendor setup, invoice intake, workflow approvals, 3‑way match, exception handling, and down‑payment processing.
Oversee invoice processing through Esker (OCR/workflow automation) into the Company ERP, SAP (posting, coding, payment execution).
Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices in accordance with company policy, contract terms, and SOX compliance requirements.
Monitor AP aging, payment schedules, and working capital impacts (e.g., DPO targets).
Maintain AP metrics, KPIs, and dashboard reporting.
Vendor Management & Outreach
Oversee vendor onboarding, setup, and master data maintenance, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Manage vendor communications, issue resolution, payment inquiries, and relationship building.
Ensure vendor documentation is collected and validated (W‑9, banking details, tax IDs, insurance, etc.).
Establish strong controls around vendor master data to mitigate fraud risk.
1099 & Regulatory Compliance
Manage the annual 1099 preparation and filing process, including vendor classification, data validation, corrections, and year‑end reporting.
Ensure AP processes comply with GAAP, SOX, and internal control requirements.
Support external and internal audit requests related to AP.
Month‑End Close & Accruals
Own the AP month‑end close process, ensuring the AP subledger is closed accurately and on schedule.
Prepare AP‑related journal entries to support accounting records, including:
Accruals for GRIR
Accruals for invoices not yet processed
Reclasses and adjustments
Reconcile AP‑related general ledger accounts, including vendor accounts and clearing accounts.
Review and validate month‑end AP reporting and variance analysis.
Partner with Accounting to ensure completeness and accuracy of period‑end liabilities.
Procurement & Business Partner Collaboration
Serve as the AP point of contact for Procurement, Legal, and business units to ensure proper purchasing workflows and supplier engagement.
Partner with Procurement on supplier onboarding, contract terms, and PO compliance.
Train internal stakeholders on AP policies, approval workflows, and system usage.
Systems & Process Improvement
Maintain expert‑level knowledge of Esker and SAP AP modules, including troubleshooting, system enhancements, and process optimization.
Identify automation opportunities and lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control.
Document and update AP policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Qualifications / Requirements
BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred.
5+ years of relevant accounts payable experience required.
Extensive experience utilizing an OCR (optical character recognition) invoice processing system; a strong plus.
Experience with preparing journal entries in support of month‑end accounting records.
Exceptional attitude, attention to detail, and proven ability to work within a team.
Excellent time management, prioritization, communication, and follow‑up skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional team members and with external partners.
Works within and meets all deadlines while executing on multiple deliverables and workstreams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience processing high‑volume invoices in a complex, multi‑entity environment.
Knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and internal controls in a public‑company environment.
Experience with SAP or Esker preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods working at a computer.
Salary Range
$90,000 - $105,000 per year
Benefits
Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer‑paid Life/AD&DD/STD/LTD insurance; 401(k) with company match; 8 paid holidays plus the week between Christmas and New Years off; Unlimited PTO; up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave; cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity plans.
Additional Company Information
Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
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Solid Power is seeking an Accounts Payable Administrator to join our talented team. Solid Power is a public company that operates in a dynamic, fast‑paced, collaborative environment. This role will work closely with the Director and will be a key resource on the team who will oversee accounts payable functions. The right candidate has impeccable attention to detail, is a critical thinker, maintains a positive attitude, seeks constant improvement, thrives in a dynamic environment, and can work both collaboratively and independently.
Job Duties
Accounts Payable Operations
Perform end‑to‑end AP processes including vendor setup, invoice intake, workflow approvals, 3‑way match, exception handling, and down‑payment processing.
Oversee invoice processing through Esker (OCR/workflow automation) into the Company ERP, SAP (posting, coding, payment execution).
Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices in accordance with company policy, contract terms, and SOX compliance requirements.
Monitor AP aging, payment schedules, and working capital impacts (e.g., DPO targets).
Maintain AP metrics, KPIs, and dashboard reporting.
Vendor Management & Outreach
Oversee vendor onboarding, setup, and master data maintenance, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Manage vendor communications, issue resolution, payment inquiries, and relationship building.
Ensure vendor documentation is collected and validated (W‑9, banking details, tax IDs, insurance, etc.).
Establish strong controls around vendor master data to mitigate fraud risk.
1099 & Regulatory Compliance
Manage the annual 1099 preparation and filing process, including vendor classification, data validation, corrections, and year‑end reporting.
Ensure AP processes comply with GAAP, SOX, and internal control requirements.
Support external and internal audit requests related to AP.
Month‑End Close & Accruals
Own the AP month‑end close process, ensuring the AP subledger is closed accurately and on schedule.
Prepare AP‑related journal entries to support accounting records, including:
Accruals for GRIR
Accruals for invoices not yet processed
Reclasses and adjustments
Reconcile AP‑related general ledger accounts, including vendor accounts and clearing accounts.
Review and validate month‑end AP reporting and variance analysis.
Partner with Accounting to ensure completeness and accuracy of period‑end liabilities.
Procurement & Business Partner Collaboration
Serve as the AP point of contact for Procurement, Legal, and business units to ensure proper purchasing workflows and supplier engagement.
Partner with Procurement on supplier onboarding, contract terms, and PO compliance.
Train internal stakeholders on AP policies, approval workflows, and system usage.
Systems & Process Improvement
Maintain expert‑level knowledge of Esker and SAP AP modules, including troubleshooting, system enhancements, and process optimization.
Identify automation opportunities and lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and control.
Document and update AP policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Qualifications / Requirements
BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred.
5+ years of relevant accounts payable experience required.
Extensive experience utilizing an OCR (optical character recognition) invoice processing system; a strong plus.
Experience with preparing journal entries in support of month‑end accounting records.
Exceptional attitude, attention to detail, and proven ability to work within a team.
Excellent time management, prioritization, communication, and follow‑up skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional team members and with external partners.
Works within and meets all deadlines while executing on multiple deliverables and workstreams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience processing high‑volume invoices in a complex, multi‑entity environment.
Knowledge of GAAP, SOX, and internal controls in a public‑company environment.
Experience with SAP or Esker preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods working at a computer.
Salary Range
$90,000 - $105,000 per year
Benefits
Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer‑paid Life/AD&DD/STD/LTD insurance; 401(k) with company match; 8 paid holidays plus the week between Christmas and New Years off; Unlimited PTO; up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave; cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our bonus and equity plans.
Additional Company Information
Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.
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