Accounts Payable Lead Specialist

Summary

EVgo operates a public fast-charging network for electric vehicles and is committed to advancing clean transportation and sustainable energy infrastructure. The Accounts Payable Lead Specialist manages full-cycle accounts payable activities, including invoice and payment processing, vendor management, compliance, documentation, month-end close support, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle accounts payable transactions including invoice receipt, coding, and approval routing
• Complete payment runs and control expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices with knowledge of expense accounts and cost centers
• Manage ACH and check payment processing in accordance with company disbursement policy and schedules
• Prepare remittance information and ensure accurate documentation accompanies disbursements
• Set up new vendors and verify ACH and payment information in accordance with company policy
• Add, update, and maintain vendor payment records in the financial accounting system
• Correspond with EVgo vendors in a timely manner regarding routine inquiries on account status, payment timing, and discrepancies
• Audit invoices and check requests to ensure proper approvals and supporting documentation are attached prior to payment
• Review purchase requisitions to verify that project codes are appropriate for items being purchased in accordance with financial accounting guides and company policy
• Support compliance with accounts payable processes including W-9 collection, sales tax, and year-end 1099 issuance
• File, maintain, and distribute accounting documents, records, and reports in accordance with retention requirements
• Participate in the month-end close process by ensuring timely recognition and accurate cut-off of accounts payable transactions
• Monitor AP aging reports and assist with identifying and resolving outstanding payables
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support team and organizational objectives

Skills

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience at a public company or in a SOX-compliant environment
• Familiarity with month-end close processes and accrual accounting
• Equivalent technical education or training in a related field (e.g., certification program, coursework in accounting or finance, or demonstrated on-the-job learning) accepted in lieu of a formal degree
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data filtering
• Minimum 2 years of NetSuite experience required
• Coupa or equivalent procure-to-pay system experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP requirements and accounts payable internal controls
• Strong understanding of year-end 1099 processes and W-9 compliance
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; highly analytical and resourceful in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with demonstrated follow-through on commitments
• Occasional travel may be required for team or cross-functional meetings

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience at a public company or in a SOX-compliant environment
• Familiarity with month-end close processes and accrual accounting
• Equivalent technical education or training in a related field (e.g., certification program, coursework in accounting or finance, or demonstrated on-the-job learning) accepted in lieu of a formal degree
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data filtering
• Minimum 2 years of NetSuite experience required
• Coupa or equivalent procure-to-pay system experience preferred
• Working knowledge of GAAP requirements and accounts payable internal controls
• Strong understanding of year-end 1099 processes and W-9 compliance
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; highly analytical and resourceful in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with demonstrated follow-through on commitments
• Occasional travel may be required for team or cross-functional meetings

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Mental wellbeing support and wellness programs
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
• Life and disability insurance
• Uncapped paid time off
• Enhanced parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Health Advocate services for help with claims, provider searches, and care decisions
• Telehealth services for convenient, low-cost access to care
• Mentorship programs
• Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility
• Monthly Tech Stipend
• One-time home office setup reimbursement
• Volunteer time off
• Commuter benefits
• Employee focused programs
• Discretionary target cash bonuses
• Restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval)