Accounts Payable & Delivery Assurance Specialist
Overview
Intersect MBO is the member-based organization that underpins Cardano’s decentralized governance. Formed to ensure that the Cardano ecosystem remains community-led and self-sustaining, Intersect acts as both a convenor and enabler - connecting developers, Delegated Representatives (DReps), project teams, and members to shape the blockchain’s future collectively.
Through its committees, working groups, and open membership model, Intersect develops governance frameworks, coordinates ecosystem initiatives, and supports transparency across technical, strategic, and financial domains. Intersect operates independently of IOG, EMURGO, and the Cardano Foundation, while collaborating closely with them to deliver on Cardano’s long-term vision.
At its core, Intersect is about community governance in action, giving the people who build and use Cardano the power to guide its direction.
The Role
We are seeking an organised and motivated Accounts Payable & Delivery Assurance Specialist to support the accurate and timely processing of vendor payments. This role sits between Procurement and Finance, helping to ensure all supplier invoices are correct, compliant with contracts, and supported by confirmed delivery milestones. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable or Finance Administration, with a strong attention to detail and an eagerness to build expertise in financial control and assurance.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable (AP)
Invoice Processing: Review and accurately enter vendor invoices into QuickBooks, ensuring correct data entry, documentation, approval routing, ensuring compliance with contracts and US GAAP principles.
Payment Preparation: Assist in preparing vendor payment runs (ACH/wire), ensuring payments are accurate, secure, and on time.
Vendor Records: Maintain up-to-date and secure vendor master data, including banking details, to protect against fraud and duplication.
Month-End Support: Help reconcile Accounts Payable balances during month-end close and assist with resolving invoice or payment queries.
Document Management & Audit Readiness: Maintain accurate and complete records of invoices (receivables), bills (payables), and any other docs to support internal and external audits.
Delivery Assurance
Milestone Verification: Liaise with internal teams to confirm that agreed milestones or deliverables have been completed before payments are released.
Invoice Validation: Check invoices against purchase orders or contracts to ensure correct pricing, quantities, and terms.
Reporting & Tracking: Keep accurate records of payment status, milestone confirmations, and any pending actions.
Process Support: Contribute to maintaining and improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the payment approval process.
Qualifications and Attributes:
Minimum requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
At least 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Finance Administration, or a similar role.
Familiarity with QuickBooks or another accounting system.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Good communication and teamwork skills - comfortable liaising across departments.
Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
Preferred skills
Intermediate Excel or equivalent skills.
Basic understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
Exposure to internal control or compliance processes within Finance.
Proactive mindset and willingness to suggest improvements in workflow efficiency.
Understanding of the inner workings of cryptocurrencies and Web3/blockchain.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP and multi-currency financial management.
Compensation and benefits:
Intersect offers a competitive salary in the range of £40,000-£45,000 GBP.
This is a remote-first position, with occasional in-person collaboration in our London workspace.
As a growing scale-up, we are in the process of evolving our benefits offering to ensure it reflects our community-first values and global workforce.
Recruitment Process:
Intersect’s Accounts Payable & Delivery Assurance Specialist will be selected through a three-stage recruitment process. All interviews will be conducted remotely via Google Meets.
Introductory Call: An initial conversation with Intersects head of people to confirm alignment and suitability for the role.
Formal Interview: A detailed interview to assess experience and fit from both technical and team perspectives.
Final Stage: A competency-based assessment and additional opportunity to ask questions.
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