Finance & Accounting Operations Associate (AI)

TL;DR

Finance & Accounting Operations Associate (Finance): Managing accounts payable, procurement, and payroll operations for an edge AI platform with an accent on operational accuracy and audit readiness. Focus on building scalable financial processes, ensuring proper transaction coding, and supporting month-end close.

Location: Onsite at company headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 base compensation

Company

NVIDIA-backed edge AI company enabling greater visibility and control of power utilization in energy-intensive infrastructure, like the electric grid and data centers.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable and procurement, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payments.
• Uphold procurement controls such as PO usage and 3-way matching to maintain consistency and audit readiness.
• Coordinate payroll processing with HR and external providers to ensure accuracy and on-time execution.
• Reconcile received goods with POs and invoices to maintain accurate financial records.
• Partner with the Director of Finance & Accounting to ensure operational activities are accurately reflected in the General Ledger.
• Support month-end close by delivering complete and timely AP, payroll, and procurement data.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance operations.
• At least 3+ years of dedicated experience in accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles, including coding, cutoff, and accrual awareness.
• Experience working in a PO-based procurement environment with internal controls.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as QuickBooks, Bill.com, and Expensify.
• Must be based onsite in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Nice to have

• Experience owning or supporting payroll processing.
• Background working in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Exposure to audit preparation and month-end close support.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with operations, legal, or HR teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus stock options.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer-match 401k.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Collaborative team environment with mentorship and growth opportunities.