Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist
This role manages the full accounts payable and payroll lifecycle for fast-growing AI companies, processing vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and payroll transactions with precision and speed. It sits at the intersection of finance operations and cross-functional collaboration, working closely with procurement, HR, and accounting teams to maintain accurate records, ensure regulatory compliance, and support month-end and year-end closes. What distinguishes this role from general accounting work is its focus on process automation and scalability—specialists in this function identify manual bottlenecks and implement systems-driven solutions to handle high transaction volumes as companies scale. Typically embedded within lean Finance teams at early-to-growth stage AI companies, these roles often expand in scope as organizations expand globally, requiring expertise in multi-entity accounting, international payments, and audit-ready controls.
Skills
What companies are looking for in this role.
Processing and executing accounts payable invoices through end-to-end workflows including receipt, coding, approval routing, and payment execution
Reviewing invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, compliance with company policies, and detecting billing discrepancies
Managing payroll processing for multiple employees or countries while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
Reconciling and validating financial data across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll systems to ensure accuracy
Processing employee reimbursements and managing travel and expense workflows including policy compliance and timely payment
Supporting month-end and year-end close activities including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting preparation
Maintaining detailed knowledge of payroll tax regulations, labor laws, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions
Supporting audit readiness and regulatory compliance by maintaining detailed documentation and preparing audit responses
Designing, documenting, and implementing scalable accounting processes, standard operating procedures, and internal control workflows
Managing multi-country payroll operations including understanding of local tax laws, regulatory compliance, and international payment processing
Analyzing aging reports, payment trends, and financial metrics to identify risks early and optimize cash flow operations
Managing collections activities and accounts receivable processes including follow-up on outstanding invoices and payment tracking
Maintaining vendor relationships including onboarding, record management, dispute resolution, and payment inquiries
Processing international payments across multiple currencies and entities while managing foreign exchange and withholding requirements
Leading and developing team members within accounting or finance functions, providing guidance and ensuring quality work output
Processing and managing equity-related payroll including stock options, restricted stock units, and incentive compensation calculations
Managing vendor card programs and corporate travel platforms including policy design, spend controls, and monitoring
Handling merger and acquisition activities including final payroll processing, tax account closures, and payroll system integration
Identifying and implementing process automation opportunities and system improvements to reduce manual effort and enhance efficiency
Using artificial intelligence and automation technologies to streamline accounting workflows and improve accuracy
Collaborating cross-functionally with Human Resources, Procurement, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure accurate data and smooth processes
Providing exceptional customer service to employees and vendors by resolving inquiries promptly and maintaining strong communication
Coordinating with external payroll vendors and service providers to ensure service level agreements are met and quality standards maintained
Building scalable operational infrastructure and establishing foundational processes in rapidly growing organizations
Creating and maintaining employee-facing resources, knowledge bases, and self-service tools to improve transparency and reduce inquiry volume
Technology
The tools and technologies that define this role.
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