Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:

At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here to move our global customers forward.

We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that's you and you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Global AP Team. This role is responsible for validating invoice processing accuracy across multiple subsidiaries and currencies, performing flux (variance) analyses, reviewing purchase requisitions, and managing audit requests and supporting documentation. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

You Will:

• Validate invoice processing accuracy across multiple subsidiaries and currencies, identifying errors and coordinating with processors to ensure timely correction, in compliance with departmental procedures; compile a summary report at month end for management review.
• Perform flux (variance) analyses.
• Prepare and provide audit requests and supporting documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review purchase requisitions prior to conversion into purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with departmental procedures.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly tax filings (e.g., BIR filings), as applicable by jurisdiction.
• Respond to internal and external stakeholder inquiries regarding payment-related matters.
• Support month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting tasks.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations (BSRs) to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, setting individual goals and managing workload, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements; manage small to medium-sized projects.
• Exercise sound judgment, proactively solve problems, and recommend solutions to improve financial operations and team efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Global AP Team and organizational objectives.

You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in an Accounts Payable Specialist role
• Experience with NetSuite or a similar ERP system is a plus
• Familiarity with AI tools is highly preferred
• Experience managing projects is beneficial
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

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Work Location: Greenfield, Mandaluyong City

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together

At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members, we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly, typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent, meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.