Assistant Manager, Accounts Payable

Job Description

Assistant Manager, Accounts Payable

Remote – Colombia

*ONLY CVs SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH WILL BE CONSIDERED*

The Opportunity:  

Anthology offers the largest EdTech ecosystem on a global scale, supporting over 150 million users in 80countries. Our mission is to provide dynamic, data-informed experiences to the global education community so that learners and educators can achieve their goals.    

We believe in the power of a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. As we expand globally, we are committed to making diversity, inclusion, and belonging a foundational part of not only our hiring practices but who we are as a company.   

For more information about Anthology and our career opportunities, please visit www.anthology.com.  

The Manager, Accounts Payable plays a critical role in Anthology’s Finance department by overseeing and managing the accounts payable function. This position involves supervising a team of accounts payable specialists, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and contributing to the financial health of the organization.

Primary responsibilities will include:

Supervision:

• Managing and leading a team of accounts payable specialists, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure efficient and accurate processing of invoices and payments

Invoice processing:

• Overseeing the timely and accurate processing of all incoming invoices, ensuring compliance with company policies and financial regulations

Payment processing:

• Coordinating and scheduling payment runs, ensuring that payments are made in accordance with terms and cash flow requirements

Vendor management:

• Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors, resolving payment issues, negotiating favorable terms, and managing vendor inquiries

Expense reporting:

• Reviewing and approving expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies and accurate allocation of expenses to the appropriate accounts

Month-end close:

• Overseeing and assisting in the month-end closing process by reconciling accounts payable ledgers, preparing accruals, and providing necessary reports and documentation to the finance team

Compliance:

• Ensuring compliance with all relevant tax and regulatory requirements, including the accurate and timely filing of tax forms related to accounts payable

Process improvement:

• Identifying opportunities for process improvements within the accounts payable function, streamlining workflows, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Financial reporting:

• Overseeing and assisting in the preparation of financial reports and analysis related to accounts payable, contributing to the overall financial reporting process

Audit support:

• Collaborating with internal and external auditors, providing documentation and support as needed during audits and financial reviews

Vendor contracts:

• Reviewing vendor contracts and agreements to ensure accuracy and compliance with payment terms and conditions

Cross-functional collaboration:

• Collaborating with other departments like procurement and finance to ensure seamless and efficient procurement-to-payment processes

The Candidate:

Required skills/qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Proven experience in accounts payable with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting
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• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Leadership skills and ability to motivate and mentor a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of best practices in accounts payable and financial management
• Fluency in written and spoken English at CEF B2 level or above

Preferred skills/qualifications:

• Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (CPA, CMA)
•  Proficiency in accounting software and ERP (Microsoft D365, Fusion

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.       

Anthology is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.  

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