Accounts Payable Associate | Makati City

Private Advertiser; Makati; On-site; PHP 290,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Associate to join our finance team in Makati City. This contract position focuses on managing vendor payments, processing invoices, and maintaining accurate financial records to support smooth business operations.

You will verify invoices, reconcile statements, and ensure timely payments while upholding internal controls and accounting standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable or similar
• Experience with vendor management and bill reconciliation
• Strong Excel skills for data entry and reconciliation
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Process and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness
• Record accounts payable transactions with precision
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Process timely payments according to terms
• Maintain organized vendor files and documentation
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing
• Support ad-hoc accounting tasks
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounting principles

Vendor communication

Independent & team collaboration

Multitasking & deadlines

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Associate to join our dynamic team in Makati City, Metro Manila. This is a contract position that plays a vital role in maintaining the financial health and operational efficiency of our organisation. As an Accounts Payable Associate, you will be responsible for managing vendor payments, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate financial records. This position is crucial to our finance department and contributes directly to the smooth functioning of our business operations.

Key responsibilities

• Processing and verifying vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness

• Recording accounts payable transactions in the accounting system with precision and attention to detail

• Reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies or disputed invoices

• Preparing and processing payments to vendors in a timely manner while adhering to payment terms

• Maintaining organised vendor files and documentation in both physical and digital formats

• Communicating with vendors regarding payment status, outstanding invoices, and payment inquiries

• Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures

• Supporting the finance team with ad-hoc accounting tasks and special projects as required

• Ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards

What we're looking for

• Proven experience working in an accounts payable or similar accounting role, preferably in a business services environment

• Strong proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel for data entry and reconciliation

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct errors efficiently

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for vendor interactions

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred

• Knowledge of vendor management systems and SAP is advantageous