Accounts Payable Supervisor at Valar Atomics

<p class="s3"><strong><span class="s2">About Valar Atomics</span></strong><span class="s2"><br></span><span class="s2"><br></span>At Valar Atomics, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Our mission is to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable—unlocking abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. We are a team of builders, engineers, and operators who believe nuclear energy should be fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Our first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate how advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication can power the future. Joining Valar Atomics means becoming part of a company where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level.</p> <p class="s4"><strong><span class="s2">The Role</span></strong><span class="s2"><br></span><span class="s2"><br></span>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>lead<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>our<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>AP team and the end-to-end payables cycle.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>You will<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>play an active role in shaping how the function operates<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>as we scale. In the near term the focus will be on building strong foundations —<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>strengthening processes,<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>building strong<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>relationship<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>with our vendors,<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>and driving performance.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="s3"><strong><span class="s2">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p> <div class="s6"> <ul> <li>Oversee end-to-end AP operations, including invoice receipt, coding, 3-way matching, approval routing, vendor communications, and payment disbursement, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all payment methods</li> <li>Manage the employee expense reimbursement process, ensuring timely processing and compliance with the company's travel and expense policy</li> <li>Review and approve AP transactions and journal entries within delegated authority limits</li> <li>Own vendor master data integrity, including onboarding, ongoing maintenance, and timely resolution of escalated disputes and payment discrepancies</li> <li>Oversee W-9 collection, 1099 preparation, and sales/use tax compliance on applicable purchases</li> <li>Lead the AP contribution to the monthly close process, including accruals, account reconciliations, and financial reporting to the Controller</li> <li>Monitor and report on key AP metrics — including invoice cycle time, on-time payment rate, aging, and processing bottlenecks — identifying trends and escalating risks to management</li> <li>Design and enforce internal controls and segregation of duties, ensuring compliance with company policy, regulatory requirements, and audit standards; support internal and external audit requests as needed</li> <li>Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce errors, and shorten invoice cycle times; support system implementations, upgrades, and integrations related to AP and payment platforms</li> <li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Treasury, and Finance to continuously improve procure-to-pay workflows</li> <li>Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to AP staff, supporting their development and ensuring consistent adherence to procedures</li> <li>Maintain a “no job too small” mentality, contributing<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>to special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>within the general scope of the role.</li> </ul> </div> <p class="s3"><strong><span class="s2">Basic<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span><span class="s2">Qualifications</span></strong></p> <div class="s6"> <ul> <li>Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.</li> <li>5+ years of<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>accounts payable<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, with 2+ years in a supervisor role<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></li> <li>Experience with Purchase Orders, 2 and 3-way matching controls</li> <li>strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage vendor and internal stakeholder relationships</li> <li>Strong understanding of AP processes, controls, and GAAP principles</li> <li>Proficiency with major<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>ERP and<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>payable platforms (BILL, Ramp, NetSuite,<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>Oracle, SAP,etc.)</li> <li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills</li> </ul> </div> <p class="s4"><strong><span class="s2">Preferred</span><span class="s2"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>Skills &amp; Experience</span></strong></p> <ul> <li class="s4">Familiarity with<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>1099 reporting and sales/use tax requirements</li> <li class="s4">Experience supporting<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>external audits and diligence requests</li> <li class="s4">Background in high-volume AP environments (100+ invoices/week and<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>growing)</li> <li class="s4">Experience with AP automation and tool implementations</li> <li class="s4">Exposure to multi-entity and multi-currency operations</li> </ul> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Competitive base salary&nbsp;</li> <li>Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company&nbsp;</li> <li>Comprehensive medical benefits&nbsp;</li> <li>Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite&nbsp;</li> <li>High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement&nbsp;</li> <li>Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders&nbsp;</li> <li>The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up</li> </ul> <p><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity Statement</strong></p> <p>Valar Atomics is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.</p> <p>We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and will provide reasonable accommodation as required by law.</p> <p>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Salary</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$120,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$135,000 USD</span></div></div></div>