AP & Cash Accountant

About Ample:

Are you ready to make a global impact? Ample, inc. is a cutting-edge electric vehicle battery swapping company at the forefront of sustainable transportation solutions. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to clean and efficient mobility by revolutionizing the way EVs are powered. At Ample, we utilize advanced robotics to enable rapid and cost-effective modular battery swapping, making powering your electric car as convenient as a gas station visit. Our passionate team of technologists, designers, and environmental advocates is dedicated to addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our era. Join Ample and be part of our mission to make this accessible to billions of vehicles worldwide.

At Ample, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the world. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation. We value diversity, innovation and collaboration, and we provide a supportive work environment where your ideas can thrive.

About the Role:

 Ample seeks an experienced Accounts Payable/Cash Accountant to join our team. Ample’s future hire will join a growing team of dynamic professionals and report directly to Ample’s Sr. Accounting Manager.

What You’ll Do:

• Process payments and expense reimbursements on a regular basis
• Set up new vendors in the accounting system, including collection of W9 data
• Address and respond to vendor inquiries on account status and payment application
• Manage transaction reporting from corporate credit card holders
• Provide weekly reporting on cash expenditures
• Monitor bank balances and act as liaison with corporate banker to resolve any transaction discrepancies
• Troubleshoot IT issues between the main accounting system and payment software
• Coordinate invoice entry with part-time AP team member
• Engage with Sourcing & Procurement department in assessing payment priorities, providing payment updates as needed
• Assist with year-end 1099 tax compliance process for vendors
• Document expense and payment processes as necessary

Requirements:

• Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's or Concentration or Certificate in Accounting
• 1 year minimum of relevant accounting experience within a startup environment
• Intermediate Excel proficiency
• Impeccable organizational skills and high attention to detail
• Adaptable and able to respond nimbly to shifting priorities

Nice to Have:

• Experience with a publicly traded company or CPA firm audit experience
• Actively pursuing CPA designation or plan to start CPA process within the next 1-2 years

Bonus Skills:  

Experience and proficiency with any of the following systems will be considered a plus:

• Xero
• Bill (formerly Bill.com)
• Expensify
• Brex

We are an equal opportunity and E-verified Employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status.