<div><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">About Us</span></strong></div><div> </div><div>Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S.</div><div> </div><div>Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.</div><div> </div><div>Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.</div><div> </div><div>We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.</div><div> </div><div>If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.</div><div> </div><div><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">About The Role</span></strong></div><div><br></div><div><p>The Accounts Payable (AP) Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices and vendor payments while maintaining strong internal controls. Reporting to the Director of Accounts Payable, this role manages the AP team, drives operational excellence, and partners on Procure-to-Pay (P2P) transformation initiatives that improve efficiency, scalability, and the overall stakeholder experience.</p><p>The AP Manager serves as the operational leader for the department, balancing people leadership, process improvement, and hands-on support while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.</p></div><br><br><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><p><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team, setting clear goals and performance expectations</li><li>Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment execution</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume invoices and vendor payments</li><li>Manage workload distribution and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines</li><li>Build and maintain cross-training plans to reduce key person dependencies and ensure operational continuity</li><li>Monitor team productivity and service levels, adjusting priorities to meet business demands.</li><p><strong>Process &amp; Systems Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Own and optimize AP processes, including invoice workflows, approval hierarchies, and payment cycles</li><li>Identify operational bottlenecks and recommend scalable solutions.</li><li>Partner with Finance and IT to enhance ERP and AP systems functionality</li><li>Establish and track KPIs (e.g., invoice cycle time, on-time payment rate)</li><li>Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, Operations, IT, and Accounting to improve end-to-end P2P processes.</li><li>Support testing, implementation, and adoption of new ERP functionality and AP technologies.</li><li>Partner with the Director of Accounts Payable to execute the department's Procure-to-Pay roadmap and operational priorities.</li><p><strong>Controls, Compliance &amp; Risk</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements</li><li>Oversee 2-way and 3-way matching processes and exception handling</li><li>Maintain strong controls around vendor setup, payment approvals, and fraud prevention</li><li>Support internal and external audits, including documentation and issue resolution</li><li>Ensure segregation of duties and approval controls are consistently followed.</li><p><strong>Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage escalated vendor issues and maintain strong vendor relationships</li><li>Ensure accurate vendor master data, including W-9s and payment terms</li><li>Represent Accounts Payable in cross-functional meetings and projects.</li><li>Build strong partnerships with Procurement, Treasury, Operations, Legal, and Finance.</li><li>Resolve escalated vendor issues while balancing operational needs and vendor relationships.</li><li>Promote a customer-service mindset across the AP team.</li><p><strong>Reporting, Metrics &amp; Financial Support</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee AP-related month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations</li><li>Review AP aging and reporting to ensure accuracy and completeness</li><li>Provide insights and reporting to Finance leadership on AP performance and trends</li><li>Monitor AP KPIs and identify trends requiring management attention.</li><li>Develop dashboards and operational reporting to support departmental decision-making.</li><li>Support cash forecasting by providing visibility into AP liabilities and payment timing.</li></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul><h3>Qualifications </h3><ul><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred</li><li>7+ years of Accounts Payable or accounting experience, with at least 1+ years in a supervisory role</li><li>Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and compliance requirements</li><li>Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Concur, Dynamics etc.)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting/analysis</li></ul></div></ul><h3>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h3><ul><div><ul><li>Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.</li><li>Excellent prioritization and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay processes and controls.</li><li>Change management and process transformation mindset.</li><li>Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions.</li><li>Executive presence and communication skills.</li><li>Curious and improvement-driven mindset</li><li>Excellent conflict resolution skills</li></ul></div></ul><h3>Preferred Experience</h3><ul><div><ul><li>Experience in high-growth or high-volume environments</li><li>Exposure to AP automation tools (e.g., OCR, workflow systems)</li><li>Experience supporting audits and strengthening internal controls</li><li>Industry experience in construction, manufacturing, or project-based environments (if applicable)</li></ul></div></ul><br><div><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">Benefits and Perks</span></strong></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:</span></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Training / Professional development opportunities </span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">401(k) with 4% company match</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Summer Fridays</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Flexible remote/hybrid work options</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Paid parental leave</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Medical, dental, and vision coverage</span></div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">·</span><span style="font-size:7pt;">       </span><span style="font-size:12pt;">Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance</span></div><div> </div><div><div> </div><div> </div><div><strong><span style="font-size:12pt;">ADA Accommodation Statement</span></strong></div><div> </div><div><span style="font-size:12pt;">Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at hr@solarlandscape.com.</span></div></div>

<p>Solar Landscape is the leading commercial and community solar developer in the United States. We partner with the world's largest real estate companies to develop, install, and operate solar projects on commercial and industrial rooftops. Through our groundbreaking community solar model, households in surrounding communities can subscribe to receive solar power at a guaranteed discount. To date, Solar Landscape has deployed over 400 megawatts of renewable energy projects totaling over $1 billion in capital investment. Solar Landscape was named the #1 Distributed Generation developer for 2023 by New Project Media and was awarded the U.S. Department of Energy&rsquo;s Equitable Community Solar Grand Prize. We reinvest in our communities as a leading provider of solar PPAs to municipalities, schools, and universities, as well as through our award-winning solar workforce development program. To learn more about how we are making solar power affordable and accessible to all, visit www.solarlandscape.com</p>

Accounts Payable Manager

<div><strong><span>About Us</span></strong></div><div> </div><div>Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S.</div><div> </div><div>Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.</div><div> </div><div>Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.</div><div> </div><div>We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.</div><div> </div><div>If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.</div><div> </div><div><strong><span>About The Role</span></strong></div><div><br /></div><div><p>The Accounts Payable (AP) Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices and vendor payments while maintaining strong internal controls. Reporting to the Director of Accounts Payable, this role manages the AP team, drives operational excellence, and partners on Procure-to-Pay (P2P) transformation initiatives that improve efficiency, scalability, and the overall stakeholder experience.</p><p>The AP Manager serves as the operational leader for the department, balancing people leadership, process improvement, and hands-on support while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service.</p></div><br /><br /><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><p><strong>Team Leadership &amp; Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the Accounts Payable team, setting clear goals and performance expectations</li><li>Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice processing, approvals, and payment execution</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of high-volume invoices and vendor payments</li><li>Manage workload distribution and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines</li><li>Build and maintain cross-training plans to reduce key person dependencies and ensure operational continuity</li><li>Monitor team productivity and service levels, adjusting priorities to meet business demands.</li><p><strong>Process &amp; Systems Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Own and optimize AP processes, including invoice workflows, approval hierarchies, and payment cycles</li><li>Identify operational bottlenecks and recommend scalable solutions.</li><li>Partner with Finance and IT to enhance ERP and AP systems functionality</li><li>Establish and track KPIs (e.g., invoice cycle time, on-time payment rate)</li><li>Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, Operations, IT, and Accounting to improve end-to-end P2P processes.</li><li>Support testing, implementation, and adoption of new ERP functionality and AP technologies.</li><li>Partner with the Director of Accounts Payable to execute the department's Procure-to-Pay roadmap and operational priorities.</li><p><strong>Controls, Compliance &amp; Risk</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements</li><li>Oversee 2-way and 3-way matching processes and exception handling</li><li>Maintain strong controls around vendor setup, payment approvals, and fraud prevention</li><li>Support internal and external audits, including documentation and issue resolution</li><li>Ensure segregation of duties and approval controls are consistently followed.</li><p><strong>Vendor &amp; Stakeholder Management</strong></p><ul><li>Manage escalated vendor issues and maintain strong vendor relationships</li><li>Ensure accurate vendor master data, including W-9s and payment terms</li><li>Represent Accounts Payable in cross-functional meetings and projects.</li><li>Build strong partnerships with Procurement, Treasury, Operations, Legal, and Finance.</li><li>Resolve escalated vendor issues while balancing operational needs and vendor relationships.</li><li>Promote a customer-service mindset across the AP team.</li><p><strong>Reporting, Metrics &amp; Financial Support</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee AP-related month-end close activities, including accruals and reconciliations</li><li>Review AP aging and reporting to ensure accuracy and completeness</li><li>Provide insights and reporting to Finance leadership on AP performance and trends</li><li>Monitor AP KPIs and identify trends requiring management attention.</li><li>Develop dashboards and operational reporting to support departmental decision-making.</li><li>Support cash forecasting by providing visibility into AP liabilities and payment timing.</li></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul></ul><h3>Qualifications </h3><ul><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred</li><li>7+ years of Accounts Payable or accounting experience, with at least 1+ years in a supervisory role</li><li>Strong knowledge of AP processes, internal controls, and compliance requirements</li><li>Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, Concur, Dynamics etc.)</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting/analysis</li></ul></div></ul><h3>Key Skills &amp; Competencies</h3><ul><div><ul><li>Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.</li><li>Excellent prioritization and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay processes and controls.</li><li>Change management and process transformation mindset.</li><li>Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decisions.</li><li>Executive presence and communication skills.</li><li>Curious and improvement-driven mindset</li><li>Excellent conflict resolution skills</li></ul></div></ul><h3>Preferred Experience</h3><ul><div><ul><li>Experience in high-growth or high-volume environments</li><li>Exposure to AP automation tools (e.g., OCR, workflow systems)</li><li>Experience supporting audits and strengthening internal controls</li><li>Industry experience in construction, manufacturing, or project-based environments (if applicable)</li></ul></div></ul><br /><div><strong><span>Benefits and Perks</span></strong></div><div> </div><div><span>We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:</span></div><div> </div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Training / Professional development opportunities </span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>401(k) with 4% company match</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Summer Fridays</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Flexible remote/hybrid work options</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Paid parental leave</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</span></div><div><span>·</span><span>       </span><span>Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance</span></div><div> </div><div><div> </div><div> </div><div><strong><span>ADA Accommodation Statement</span></strong></div><div> </div><div><span>Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at hr@solarlandscape.com.</span></div></div>

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