Accounts Payable Specialist

Atai Beckley is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company created through the strategic combination of atai Life Sciences and Beckley Psytech, forming a global leader in transformative mental health therapies.

We are on a mission to transform patient outcomes by developing effective, rapid-acting mental health treatments, supported by an industry-leading pipeline of psychedelic-based therapies.

Our people are at the heart of our progress: a diverse, highly skilled, and values-driven team located across Europe and the US, united by a shared commitment to reducing the global burden of mental health conditions.

We are currently seeking a full-time Accounts Payable Specialist to join a dynamic accounting team. This individual will be responsible for managing and processing invoices and assist with processing vendor payments for the company’s global operations. This position will ensure that all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

The candidate should have a proven track record of efficient accounts payable experience, as well as prior experience processing transactions in Net Suite.

Invoice Processing:
Review, verify, and process accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy, appropriate approval, and proper coding to the general ledger.

Payment Management:
Assist with preparation weekly payment runs to vendors, ensuring timely disbursements through various payment methods (wire transfers, ACH, etc.).

Reconciliation:
Reconcile vendor statements, resolving discrepancies and ensuring that the company’s books remain up-to-date and accurate.

Vendor Relationship Management:
Maintain positive relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries related to payments, invoices, and account statuses.

Expense Reporting:
Review and process employee expense reports in Concur, ensuring compliance with company policies.

Month-End Close:
Assist in the month-end close process by ensuring all accounts payable transactions are posted to the general ledger and any outstanding payments are resolved.

Compliance:
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and applicable tax laws, including sales and use tax and VAT.

Reporting:
Assist with the preparation of accounts payable reports and provide financial data to management as required.

Assist with request for internal and external auditors as necessary.

Special projects and other duties as necessary.

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience (2+ years) in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Prior experience with Net Suite ERP and Concur.
• Life science / biotech experience preferred.
• Experience with multi-entity organizations (specifically organizations with European operations) and familiarity with VAT reporting requirements preferred.
• Team-oriented collaborative spirit, positive individual with characteristics of cooperation, highest integrity and a customer service approach.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to confidently engage with executives and stakeholders.