Accounts Payable Specialist

TRM Labs is a blockchain intelligence company committed to fighting crime and creating a safer world. By leveraging blockchain data, threat intelligence, and advanced analytics, our products empower governments, financial institutions, and crypto businesses to combat illicit activity and global security threats. At TRM, you’ll join a mission‑driven, fast‑paced team made up of experts in law enforcement, data science, engineering, and financial intelligence, tackling complex global challenges daily. Whether analyzing blockchain data, developing cutting‑edge tools, or collaborating with global organizations, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact. We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely payments and building scalable procurement processes at TRM. As a fully remote, global company, TRM requires an AP function that is both efficient and strategic—balancing day‑to‑day execution with process improvements that strengthen vendor relationships, support healthy cash flow, and raise standards for financial discipline. You will join TRM’s high‑performing Finance team, which leads with ownership, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Partnering closely with Finance, HR, and cross‑functional teams, you’ll ensure invoices are processed on time, vendors are supported seamlessly, and AP systems evolve to meet the needs of a fast‑growing organization. The impact you will have: Own payment operations : Consistently achieve >95% on‑time and accurate payments while completing AP close within target timelines to support cash flow visibility. Enhance vendor & employee experience : Manage Zip effectively, onboard vendors quickly, and resolve invoice/payment inquiries while maintaining >90% compliance with card submissions. Streamline procurement : Develop and implement procurement processes, including vendor negotiations, policy rollouts, and measurable cost savings that establish best practices at TRM. Drive system & process improvements : Identify and implement automation or workflow enhancements to reduce manual work, strengthen liability forecasting, and improve scalability. Support month‑end close : Prepare and review accruals, manage prepaid expense amortization, and reconcile accounts payable to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. Partner cross‑functionally : Provide timely, accurate AP reporting and collaborate with stakeholders across Finance, HR, and other teams to ensure a seamless procurement and payment experience. What we’re looking for: 3–5 years of accounts payable experience, ideally in a SaaS, startup, or high‑growth environment. Strong understanding of AP processes and procurement workflows; experience with Zip, Airbase, Netsuite or similar systems is a plus. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with a proven track record of processing payments and invoices reliably and on time. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify process gaps, reconcile issues, and recommend improvements. Clear, proactive communicator who builds trusted relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. Ownership mindset, able to manage multiple AP responsibilities simultaneously while driving continuous improvement. Learn about TRM Speed in this position: High‑Priority Requests: For P1 items, able to immediately jump in and resolve employee/vendor requests for urgent, time‑sensitive purchases within the same day, without compromising accuracy. Policy Rollouts: When a new procurement or AP policy is introduced, able to implement the change in systems and workflows within 1 week of rollout. Vendor Invoice Processing & Communication: Upload vendor invoices to the system within 24–48 hours of receipt and respond to vendor email inquiries within 1 business day. Life at TRM Labs Leadership Principles Our Leadership Principles shape everything we do—how we make decisions, collaborate, and operate day to day. Impact‑Oriented Trailblazer – We put customers first, driving for speed, focus, and adaptability. Master Craftsperson – We prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership. Inspiring Colleague – We value humility, candor, and a one‑team mindset. Accelerate your Career At TRM, you’ll do work that matters—disrupting terrorist networks, recovering stolen funds, and protecting people around the world. You will: Work alongside top experts and learn every day. Embrace a growth mindset with development opportunities tailored to your role. Take on high‑impact challenges in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Thrive in a culture of coaching, where feedback is fast, direct, and built to help you level up. What to Expect at TRM TRM moves fast—really fast. We operate with urgency, ownership, and high standards. As a result, you’ll be joining a team that’s highly engaged, mission‑driven, and constantly evolving. To support this intensity, we’re also intentional about rest and recharge. We offer generous benefits, including PTO, Holidays, and Parental Leave for full time employees. That said, TRM may not be the right fit for everyone . If you’re optimizing for work life balance, we encourage you to: Ask your interviewers how they personally approach balance within their teams, and Reflect on whether this is the right season in your life to join a high‑velocity environment. Be honest with yourself about what energizes you—and what drains you. We’re upfront about this because we want every new team member to thrive—not just survive. The Stakes Are Real Our work has direct, real‑world impact: Jumping online after hours to support urgent government requests tracing ransomware payments. Delivering actionable insights during terrorist financing investigations. Collaborating across time zones in real time during a major global hack. Building new processes in days, not weeks, to stop criminals before they cash out. Analyzing blockchain data to recover stolen savings and dismantle trafficking networks. Thrive as a Global Team As a remote‑first company, TRM Labs is built for global collaboration. We cultivate a strong remote culture through clear communication, thorough documentation, and meaningful relationships. We invest in offsites, regional meetups, virtual coffee chats, and onboarding buddies to foster collaboration. By prioritizing trust and belonging, we harness the strengths of a global team while staying aligned with our mission and values. Join our mission We’re looking for team members who thrive in fast‑paced, high‑impact environments and love building from the ground up. TRM is remote‑first, with an exceptionally talented global team. If you enjoy solving tough problems and seeing your work make a difference for billions of people, we want you here. Don’t worry if your experience doesn’t perfectly match a job description— we value passion, problem‑solving, and unique career paths. If you’re excited about TRM’s mission, we want to hear from you. Recruitment agencies TRM Labs does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to TRM employees. TRM Labs is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees to any third‑party agency or company without a signed agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr