The Opportunity 

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for leading the Accounts Payable processes. This role is a contributor to successful month-end close reporting and ensures that expenses are coded correctly and recorded in the right period. The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist also plays a significant role in evaluating and implementing process improvements. 

• Receive, verify, and accurately process all types of accounts payable transactions
• Administer routing of purchase orders, invoices and expense reports for approvals
• Process weekly check runs and ensure timely release of payments
• Assist in processing of purchase orders to ensure timely vendor payments
• Coordinate with vendors and employees to resolve discrepancies and other open items
• Communicate with vendors, and others, to facilitate strong relationships and adherence to payment terms and policies
• Set up new vendors, update vendor profiles and answer vendor questions as needed
• Assist in preparation, issuance and filing of 1099s in compliance with the IRS regulations
• Perform analytical and ad hoc reporting as required, and other accounting/finance projects as assigned
• Validate accurate prepaid amortization on supplier invoices
• Assist in moving the AP function to the next level in terms of automation and best practices
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing all projects and duties as assigned and assisting the team with additional projects

What we’re looking for

• Full cycle Procure to Pay experience
• Experience with Procure to Pay systems, Coupa preferred
• Experience with ERP systems, Netsuite preferred
• Intermediate skills in Excel (experience using pivot tables, v-look up & other formulas)
• Initiative, passion for teamwork, and strong sense of ownership
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage priorities
• Understanding of US GAAP accounting
• Ability to commute to our Edinburgh or Manchester office for a initial 90 day training period

Perks & Benefits

• Private medical and dental
• Monthly wellness and telecommunications reimbursements
• Work from home office equipment stipend
• Professional development stipend
• Flexible hours
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Your Birthday off!
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to Work scheme 
• Employee Referral Programme 
• Paid quarterly volunteering days and Charity donation matching via our UT Cares Volunteers and Charitable Giving Committee
• Enhanced family leave
• Employee-led groups to help foster a more inclusive employee experience and build a culture of belonging at UserTesting. Read more here!