Accounts Payable Associate - Korean Bilingual

abbott; Taguig; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an STP - Accounts Payable Associate in the Philippines, Manila area. The role handles accurate invoice processing, validation, coding, and timely recording in the accounting system to support financial reporting and vendor relationships.

The candidate should have 1–2 years of accounting or related experience, be proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook, and possess Korean language skills. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of accounting or finance experience.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices (PO and non-PO) accurately and on time.
• Validate and code invoices to GL accounts and cost centers.
• Support vendor master data creation and amendments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and assist with AP accruals.
• Support month-end close and deadline management.
• Assist audits by providing records and clarifications.

Skills

Korean language

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary

The position of STP - Accounts Payable Associate is within our Corporate Finance Services – Manila located at 11F Five Neo Building Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Philippines. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices in line with the company policies and procedures. This role ensures that invoices are properly validated, coded, matched, and recorded in the accounting system, supporting financial reporting and strong vendor relationship.

Key Areas of Accountability :

• Email and Communication Management: Support on sending invoices from team mailboxes to Esker for processing. Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve inquiries and follow up on pending requests.
• Invoice Management: Receive, review and process incoming invoices (both PO and non-PO) accurately and on time. Ensure invoices are correctly coded to appreciate general ledger accounts and cost centers
• Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve discrepancies proactively, and **escalate** unresolved issues as necessary to ensure timely resolution.
• Vendor Creation and Amendment: Validate required information and ensure data accuracy before submission to the Vendor Master Data Team.
• Vendor Statement Reconciliation: Reconcile external vendor statements, researching, analyzing, and resolving complex payment and vendor issues specific to regions’ regulations and practices.
• Accrual Account Reconciliation: Assist with reconciliation of Accounts Payable Accrual accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with region-specific accounting standards.
• Month-End Close Process: Assist with the Accounts Payable month-end close process, ensuring all invoices are process on time.
• Deadline Management: Ensure deadlines are met and issues resolved as necessary, considering time zone differences and regional holidays.
• Relationships: Build and maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external functions.
• Audit Support: Provide support during internal or external audits by supplying required records and clarifications.
• Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in Accounting or other relevant Business or Finance experience.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Competencies required:

• Korean language proficiency is required. Read, Write, Speak
• Must be proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and proven organizational skills
• Highly motivated, reliable, accurate and able to work independently
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to interact successfully with all levels within the organization both domestic and internationally
• Motivated, team-oriented, self-starter with the flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance, or a related field.
• Has work experience with APAC regions is a plus but not required.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Accounts Payable & Receivables, Credit & Collection, & Payroll

DIVISION:

IFO International Finance

LOCATION:

Philippines > Taguig City : Five/Neo Building

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)