Accounts Payable Manager

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to make learning limitless– and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class higher education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading online learning platform, 2U powers thousands of  higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with our college, university, and corporate partners, we are helping accelerate careers and transform lives. 

What We’re Looking For:

The Accounts Payable Manager plays a crucial role in our team's success, requiring exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. This position demands the expertise to thoroughly, precisely, and patiently review transactions, processes, procedures, and related data. Essential to this role is the ability to motivate team members, coupled with strong interpersonal skills and the adaptability to navigate evolving environments and priorities. The Manager will lead a team responsible for efficiently processing vendor invoices to meet the company's payment obligations, providing direct support to our internal business partners.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Lead coach, and develop the Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist team, ensuring KPIs are met, deadlines are achieved, and workflows remain uninterrupted. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Marketing team to load purchase requests into Coupa and match invoices to purchase orders by month-end close. 
• Serve as a key liaison between the AP team and 2U business leaders to address inquiries and resolve invoicing related issues.
• Manage the expense auditing process.
• Monitor prepaid expense tracking by validating entries and creating prepaid schedules. 
• Other (yearly ad-hoc) responsibilities:
  • Prepare 1099-MISC tax forms for review, maintaining a current understanding of IRS regulations related to independent contractors.
  • Provide detailed support for internal and external audits, including documentation and compliance with control testing protocols.
  • Perform system testing and validation procedures in accordance with Workday new release guidelines.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration. 8-10 years of experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in a Procure-to-Pay environment.
• 5 years or more of direct managerial experience.
• Demonstrate a solid knowledge of basic accounting principles; specifically identifying prepaid expenses and being able to analyze expenses.
• Experience with Travel & Entertainment policies and expense auditing processes.
• Experience using Workday and Coupa (preferred) or other cloud-based software for invoice processing.

While this position is open to remote candidates across the U.S., we will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Arlington, VA two days a week.

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide millions of learners and counting with access to world-class higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. 

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, U.S.benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($92,300 - $105,300), with potential bonus eligibility.  Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com. 

About 2U

2U partners with the world's top universities and companies to develop and deliver education programs that accelerate careers and transform lives. Through partnerships with the world’s leading colleges, universities, and companies, 2U delivers thousands of online programs to millions of learners worldwide on edX, its global learning platform. From executive education and professional credentialing to master’s degree programs and free, open courses, 2U transforms how top institutions deliver workforce-aligned online education, enabling professionals to advance without pausing their careers. Learn more at 2U.com.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.