The Accounts Payable Associate will provide accounting and operational support to the US parent corporation by managing day-to-day accounts payable activities. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, reconciliation of supplier accounts, payment coordination, and maintenance of complete financial records.
The position will work closely with the US Finance and Accounting team, vendors, purchasing, warehouse operations, and other internal stakeholders to ensure efficient AP operations, compliance with established financial controls, and timely resolution of payment-related concerns.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing and Verification
- Receive, review, and process vendor invoices in the accounting system.
- Verify invoice accuracy, supporting documentation, pricing, quantities, and applicable approvals.
- Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices, where applicable.
- Identify and resolve invoice discrepancies, duplicate billings, and missing documentation.
- Ensure invoices are properly coded to the appropriate general ledger accounts, departments, and cost centers.
- Maintain accurate vendor records and accounts payable information.
- Coordinate with vendors regarding invoice inquiries, payment status, billing discrepancies, and account statements.
- Review and reconcile vendor statements against internal AP records.
- Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on unresolved billing concerns.
- Assist in vendor onboarding and validation of vendor documentation in accordance with company procedures.
Payment Processing and Monitoring
- Prepare accounts payable schedules and payment proposals based on approved payment terms.
- Coordinate payment runs and ensure invoices are processed within agreed payment deadlines.
- Monitor due dates, discounts, overdue balances, and potential late payment charges.
- Verify payment details and supporting approvals before payment processing.
- Assist in tracking payments and resolving failed, delayed, or disputed transactions.
Reconciliation and Reporting
- Perform regular reconciliation of vendor accounts and AP sub-ledgers.
- Monitor aging reports and identify overdue or outstanding payables.
- Prepare AP reports, including invoice registers, payment schedules, and outstanding liabilities.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and AP cut-off procedures.
- Provide supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
Internal Coordination and Compliance
- Coordinate with purchasing, receiving, warehouse, and other departments to validate invoices and resolve discrepancies.
- Follow established accounting policies, approval workflows, and internal financial controls.
- Maintain organized and accessible records of invoices, payment confirmations, and supporting documents.
- Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, accuracy, and turnaround time.
- Perform other finance and accounting responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or any accounting/finance-related course.
- At least 1 year of experience in Accounts Payable.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Knowledge of invoice processing, vendor reconciliation, payment monitoring, and basic accounting principles.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with a US-based team.
- Willing to work on a night-shift schedule aligned with US business hours.
- Willing to work onsite at Madrigal Business Park, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa City.