Accounts Payable - Duolingo

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About the role...

Duolingo is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable to manage the end-to-end invoice process from coding and reconciliation to payment tracking and reporting. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial records, timely vendor payments, and clean reconciliations aligned with company policy and GAAP standards.

You will...

• Review and code vendor invoices accurately to align spend with the proper departments, projects, and classifications
• Manage invoice approvals and payment processing within Zip
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal departments and suppliers
• Prepare monthly Accounts Payable reconciliations and journal entries
• Monitor aging reports and assist in cash flow requirements related to payables
• Support the month-end close through invoice accruals, expense reviews, and documentation for audits
• Assist with process improvements in invoice automation, expense coding, and reconciliation accuracy
• Support general accounting items as necessary across the team during monthly close procedures

You have...

• Proven experience in Accounts Payable operations, including invoice coding, payment processing, and reconciliation
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and standard accounting controls
• Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Zip, NetSuite, and Workiva, or similar ERP and reporting tools
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Exceptional candidates will have...

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or equivalent experience)
• Experience reconciling large vendor accounts and resolving invoice disputes
• Familiarity with expense report audits, purchase order systems, and SOC report reviews
• Experience in a public or tech company environment
• CPA or equivalent qualification (preferred)
• A strong Duolingo streak!

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Salary Range: $83,300 - $135,700 USD

This is not inclusive of the rest of our awesome portfolio that includes equity compensation and world-class benefits. Our salary ranges are the same for all US locations. Your recruiter can share more details about the range for a specific level during the hiring process. The actual salary within the range is determined by many factors including but not limited to, skills, experience, education, and internal equity.

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