Finance Associate (AP) - US

Job Title: Finance Associate (AP)

Job Type: Full time

Location: Remote- US

About Us:

micro1 is a data engine that helps AI labs train foundational models and enterprises build AI agents. We provide frontier evaluations and reinforcement learning environments used to improve LLM capabilities, as well as contextual evaluations used to monitor and improve AI agents in enterprise settings. Our data engine includes an AI recruiter agent that sources and vets domain experts, a data platform that enables rapid production of high-quality training data, and a pipeline performance system that ensures both quality and velocity.

Job Summary:

Join our team as a Finance Associate (AP) and play a pivotal role in supporting a dynamic, fast-paced AI company with a global reach. In this remote position, you will be responsible for executing critical accounts payable functions and managing US payroll, ensuring meticulous accuracy and high efficiency. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly scaling organization committed to building generational technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process, review, and reconcile accounts payable transactions with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
2. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for US employees via Deel, as well as for international EOR and contractors.
3. Oversee and manage vendor invoices and employee expenses using Brex, maintaining comprehensive records for compliance and reporting.
4. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and respond promptly to vendor and employee inquiries.
5. Utilize QuickBooks to record, track, and report on all AP-related transactions, supporting monthly and year-end close processes.
6. Maintain strict adherence to financial controls and company policies, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
7. Handle a large volume of concurrent, critical tasks while remaining highly organized and meeting tight deadlines.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Proven experience in accounts payable, US payroll, and QuickBooks within a high-growth or technology-driven environment.
2. Demonstrated expertise processing payroll through Deel for US-based employees and international EOR/contractor structures.
3. Solid proficiency with Brex for managing vendor invoicing and employee expense workflows.
4. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision and urgency.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and professionalism.
6. High degree of initiative, ownership, and comfort operating in a fast-paced, flexible, global workplace.
7. Meticulous attention to detail, integrity, and a commitment to upholding data security and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience working in the AI or technology sector, supporting global teams.
2. Familiarity with international payroll practices and compliance frameworks.
3. Background in supporting start-up or scale-up environments with high operational tempo.