Accounts Payable Associate

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As an employee, we enable you to select your main way of working, whether it's from home, one of our offices or hubs, or a co-working space near you. Job OverviewFinancial management is crucial to the performance and success of any company. The roles and responsibilities of the Coursera Finance team include accounting, financial reporting, analysis, planning, budgeting, and compliance. Problem solvers at heart, this team works to fuel Coursera's growth by developing creative solutions in response to accounting and finance challenges. Coursera is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Associate to join our growing Finance team.

This role will assist with daily AP operations, such as managing vendor relations, processing/approving invoices, and assisting with month-end close tasks. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional who multi-tasks well and can handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. ResponsibilitiesManage the end-to-end process of invoice processing, including reviewing and approving vendor invoices within specified limits to ensure accuracy and compliance across U. S. and international subsidiariesActively monitor and promptly respond to internal and external inquiries and requests through the ServiceNow ticketing system, supporting stakeholders across U. S.

and international subsidiariesProvide support in month-end close procedures, including monthly vendor accruals, corporate credit card reconciliations, and fulfilling reporting requests related to employee expenses and vendor invoices for U. S. and international subsidiariesComplete vendor onboarding and maintain the integrity of vendor records and documentation in compliance with SOX requirements across U. S.

and international subsidiariesSupport the review of employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to global travel and expense policies and appropriate documentationAssist with ad hoc requests and other projects as assigned related to T&E and AP, with attention to global operational needsBasic Qualifications2+ years of experience in a similar role with knowledge of US GAAPExperience with Excel and Google Sheets, particularly using advanced functions Detail oriented and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and workflows, ensuring continuity of operations across various functions within Accounts Payable and Expense ManagementServe as a flexible team resource, with the ability to pivot between different AP and T&E responsibilities across U.

S. and international subsidiaries as neededFlexibility with personal schedule to accommodate meetings and collaborate effectively with global team members and stakeholders across various time zonesPreferred QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or related area of studyExperience with Netsuite, Coupa, Workday Expenses, Service Now and EgenciaIf this opportunity interests you, you might like these courses on Coursera: Excel Skills for Business SpecializationIntroduction to Financial Accounting:

The Accounting Cycle SpecializationCompensationUS Zone 1 - San Francisco Metro, New York City Metro or Seattle MetroThis role is not available in Zone 1US Zone 2 - CA (outside of SF Bay Area), CO, CT, DC, GA, IL, MA, MD, NY/NJ (other than NYC), OR, RI, TX, VA, WA (other than Seattle)$61,625 - $72,500 USDUS Zone 3 - all other locations not listed in Zone 1 or 2$57,800 - $68,000 USDThe range listed above is the expected annual base salary for this role, subject to change. Salary is just one component of Coursera's total rewards package.

All regular employees are also eligible for a bonus program and equity in the form of RSUs. A number of factors are taken into account when determining pay, which includes: job level, location, training/education, business need, skill set, and internal equity. Coursera is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected class.

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