Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description:

Remitly’s vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Payable Specialist with a focus on Travel & Entertainment (T&E) expense processing and auditing. This role involves ensuring compliance with company policies, auditing employee expense reports, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy and integrity.

What You’ll Do

• Review, verify, and process employee travel and entertainment expense reports in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Ensure all expenses are accurately categorized and documented with appropriate receipts and approvals.

• Conduct detailed audits of T&E expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards.

• Identify discrepancies or policy violations and resolve issues in collaboration with employees and management.

• Provide feedback and training to employees on T&E expense policies as needed.

• Maintain accurate records of T&E expenses and ensure proper documentation is retained for audit purposes.

• Utilize accounts payable and expense management software (Concur and Navan) to generate reports and track key metrics.

• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the T&E expense processing and auditing process.

• Assist in the development and improvement of T&E policies and procedures.

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

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance

• 2+ years of professional experience in an accounts payable specialist role

• Certified Yellow Belt Six Sigma is a plus

• Experience with Concur, Navan or other similar expense management software system is a plus.

• Experience working in a global company with a diverse, multi-cultural workforce is a plus

• Experience handling multiple currencies is a plus

• Strong analytical skills

• Great attention to detail

• Proficiency in Excel

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills

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

We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman’s potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

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