AR Accountant

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world‑class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For :

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant is responsible for the accurate allocation of student payments, reconciliation of debtor accounts, and providing support to internal teams regarding student‑related finance queries. This role plays a key part in ensuring the integrity of the debtors ledger, particularly during month‑end processes, which include reconciling accounts, processing month‑end adjustments, and ensuring all debtor accounts are up to date and accurate.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To :

Cash Application and Reconciliation :

• Accurate allocation and reconciliation of student payments, including importing and posting bank transactions, reconciling cash accounts, and clearing all relevant process screens.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in customer accounts.

Month‑End Close Activities :

Reporting and Analysis :

Compliance and Process Improvement :

Cross‑Functional Support :

Respond to VAT related student queries and collaborate with student advisors to ensure finance related queries are resolved.

Adhoc :

Things That Should Be In Your Background :

Working Conditions :

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 over 40 million learners and counting with access to world‑class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference.

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work / life balance.

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 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

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