Anthropic · 7 hours ago
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $190K/yr
7+ years expAnthropic is a public benefit corporation focused on creating reliable and beneficial AI systems. They are seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join their global Finance team, responsible for executing complex accounts payable operations, supporting process improvements, and serving as a subject matter expert for vendor payments.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Process and manage high-volume, complex vendor invoices ensuring accurate GL coding, sales tax/VAT treatment, and PO matching in accordance with SLA timelines
Serve as primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution
Support the AP Manager with international vendor payments, multi-currency transactions, and withholding tax requirements as needed
Execute month-end close activities including accruals, performing reconciliations, and supporting the AP Manager with variance analysis
Lead vendor onboarding process and maintain vendor master data accuracy and completeness, ensuring proper setup for new vendors and ongoing data integrity
Support AP Manager in implementing automation initiatives
Identify process inefficiencies and recommend solutions to the AP Manager
Document detailed procedures and maintain process documentation
Assist in developing and tracking AP KPIs and metrics
Support system implementations and testing, particularly for Zip HQ and NetSuite enhancements
Ensure adherence to established internal controls and SOX compliance requirements
Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed
Assist with global tax compliance including 1099 reporting and VAT reclaims
Flag potential control issues or risks to the AP Manager
Partner with Procurement on purchase order and vendor onboarding issues
Collaborate with Accounting, Tax, and other finance teams on cross-functional projects
Support the AP Manager with special projects and ad-hoc analysis
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable operations
Strong experience with both US and international vendor payments (multi-currency, VAT, withholding taxes)
Proven experience at high-growth technology companies
Expertise with NetSuite and familiarity with Zip HQ or similar procurement systems
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume transactions accurately
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders
Experience with month-end close processes and accruals
Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience with AP automation
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex formulas)
Knowledge of SOX compliance requirements and audit procedures
Accounting background
Previous experience in AI, SaaS, or fintech industries
Benefits
Optional equity donation matching
Generous vacation and parental leave
Flexible working hours
Company
Anthropic
Anthropic is an AI research company that focuses on the safety and alignment of AI systems with human values.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$33.74BKey Investors
Lightspeed Venture PartnersGoogleAmazon
2025-09-02Series F· $13B
2025-05-16Debt Financing· $2.5B
2025-03-03Series E· $3.5B
Leadership Team
Dario Amodei
Co-Founder and CEO
Daniela Amodei
President and co-founder
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