Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:

Job Description Summary
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.

As Srenior AP Specialist in the Global Accounts Payable (AP) team, you will apply advanced expertise and a customer-centric mindset to develop solutions for complex problems and define new processes with sound judgment. You will take ownership of key accounting functions, lead initiatives that improve business outcomes, and play a pivotal role in fostering cross-functional relationships and mentoring peers.

You Will:

• Review travel and expense transactions, including employee reimbursements, cash advances, and corporate card activity, ensuring compliance with company policies (assigned entities)

• Prepare and submit weekly payment registers for employee reimbursement requests (assigned entities)

• Prepare and submit weekly statement summaries for all travel and entertainment transactions (assigned entities)

• Maintain and file hard-copy invoices in accordance with established documentation and retention policies.

• Participate in month-end close tasks, including journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting activities.

• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations (BSRs), ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

• Conduct flux (variance) analysis to explain significant changes in financial statement accounts, particularly T&E liability accounts.

• Take responsibility for setting individual goals and managing the scope of work with minimal supervision.

• Work independently with significant freedom while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Global AP Team and organizational objectives.

You Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance.

• 2-4 years of accounting or accounts payable experience.

• Experience with the end to end accounts payable process preferred.

• Experience with reconciliation and flux variance analysis preferred.

• Travel and entertainment experience, including managing cash advances and corporate cards, preferred.

• Prior experience working in a global company with a diverse vendor base is a plus.

• Familiarity with Navan, NetSuite, or similar ERP systems is a plus.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Detail oriented and well organized.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Work Setup:

• Shift: Morning

• #LI-Hybrid

• Location: Greenfield, Mandaluyong City

Our Benefits:

• Rice Allowance

• Transportation Allowance

• Paid Vacation

• Medical, Dental & Vision

• Accident and Life Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits

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.