[Hiring] Specialist, Accounts Payable @Scout Motors

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper approval, and compliance with company policies and contracts or purchase orders. 
• Payment Processing: Support in payment runs (checks, ACH, wire transfers) according to payment terms, ensuring on-time payments while maintaining cash flow. 
• Vendor Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records, handle vendor inquiries, resolve payment discrepancies, and ensure that vendor accounts are current and accurate.
• Reconciliation: Perform regular reconciliation of accounts payable, including vendor statements and aged payables reports, to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. 
• Month-End Close: Assist with the month-end close process by ensuring all accounts payable transactions are recorded and all necessary journal entries are completed. 
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures and follow company policies to ensure proper documentation and approval for all transactions. 
• Financial Reporting: Provide accurate and timely reports on accounts payable activity, including aging reports, payment schedules, and cash flow forecasting. 
• Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to accounts payable transactions. 
• Process Improvement: Continuously review and suggest improvements to accounts payable processes, helping to streamline operations and increase efficiency. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be remote with expected regular travel to the Scout Motors location in Tysons, VA. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company.
• Travel: Regular travel to Tysons, Virginia required.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here’s what else you’ll bring: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.  
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role. 
• Strong knowledge of AP processes, accounting software, and general accounting principles. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and SAP or similar software 
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing. 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for dealing with vendors and internal stakeholders. 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong organizational and time management skills. 

What you’ll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $95,000 – $115,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.