Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.Role Summary The Sr Analyst, Lease Administration &amp; Accounts Payable supports AES’s lease administration processes for the Wind Development team. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of landowner and vendor payments, manages key contract obligations, and serves as a reliable point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on lease-related financial matters. The Sr Analyst provides subject matter expertise, identifies opportunities for process improvements, and helps maintain strong landowner relationships to enable successful wind project development.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Execute end-to-end lease administration activities, from contract setup through payment processing and compliance tracking.</li><li>Manage accounts payable activities tied to wind project land agreements and vendor contracts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with AES standards.</li><li>Respond to landowner payment inquiries and resolve issues in collaboration with Finance, Accounting, and Development.</li><li>Maintain records of lease obligations, payments, and variances, preparing reports to support audits and leadership visibility.</li><li>Identify and recommend process improvements in lease administration and AP workflows.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align lease obligations with project requirements.</li><li>Strong time management skills, self-motivated, and capable of operating with minimum supervision</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>2–4 years of experience in accounts payable, lease administration, or land management.</li><li>Knowledge of contracts, lease structures, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Effective communication and problem-solving skills, with ability to collaborate across teams.</li><li>Proficiency with ERP and financial systems (SAP experience preferred).</li><li>Experience in renewable energy or land-based projects preferred.</li></ul> AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $74.000 and $88.825/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it&rsquo;s a space for innovation and partnership. With this transformation comes a responsibility to work with a smarter approach, new thinking informed by past experiences, and with stronger collaboration between regulators and innovators, old systems and new technologies. At AES, we partner with our organizations from industries of every kind, across all markets and at every stage of development, and we&rsquo;ve been doing it for decades. We know that every organization is at a unique place in their energy journey. A one-size fits all approach using outdated technology isn&rsquo;t going to cut it. When you work with AES, you can expect to work in partnership with us to create innovative, customized energy solutions that deliver the most value to you and your energy goals while empowering the growth of your business. Want to join us? We&rsquo;re looking for people to join us on that journey and care more about who you are than what&rsquo;s on your resum&eacute;. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by improving the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. At AES, we invest in your development and empower you to continuously improve because we know when you&rsquo;re at your best, that&rsquo;s when we&rsquo;ll make the greatest impact. We are AES. Come join us, and let&rsquo;s accelerate the future of energy, together.&nbsp;

Sr Analyst, Lease Administration & Accounts Payable

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.Role Summary The Sr Analyst, Lease Administration &amp; Accounts Payable supports AES’s lease administration processes for the Wind Development team. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of landowner and vendor payments, manages key contract obligations, and serves as a reliable point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on lease-related financial matters. The Sr Analyst provides subject matter expertise, identifies opportunities for process improvements, and helps maintain strong landowner relationships to enable successful wind project development.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Execute end-to-end lease administration activities, from contract setup through payment processing and compliance tracking.</li><li>Manage accounts payable activities tied to wind project land agreements and vendor contracts, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with AES standards.</li><li>Respond to landowner payment inquiries and resolve issues in collaboration with Finance, Accounting, and Development.</li><li>Maintain records of lease obligations, payments, and variances, preparing reports to support audits and leadership visibility.</li><li>Identify and recommend process improvements in lease administration and AP workflows.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align lease obligations with project requirements.</li><li>Strong time management skills, self-motivated, and capable of operating with minimum supervision</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>2–4 years of experience in accounts payable, lease administration, or land management.</li><li>Knowledge of contracts, lease structures, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Effective communication and problem-solving skills, with ability to collaborate across teams.</li><li>Proficiency with ERP and financial systems (SAP experience preferred).</li><li>Experience in renewable energy or land-based projects preferred.</li></ul>&nbsp;AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $74.000 and $88.825/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Sr Analyst, Lease Administration & Accounts Payable

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