Accounts Payable Officer | Onsite | Makati | Day Shift | Weekends Off

Emapta; Philippines; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 502,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 HMO coverage

Competitive salary package

Day Shift schedule

Fixed weekends off

Prime Makati location

Salary Advance Program

Emapta Academy courses

Gym access

Lifestyle perks

Employee referral incentives

Job summary

Emapta Philippines is seeking an Accounts Payable Officer to support a leading Australian workforce solutions provider. You will manage invoice workflows, process supplier payments, and perform reconciliations with accuracy and timeliness.

This full-time onsite role in Makati offers Day Shift and weekends off, with benefits including HMO from Day 1, salary advances, and access to Emapta Academy. Join a diverse, growth-focused team and contribute to reliable financial reporting and efficient AP

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 2-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Experience with invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Hands-on with automated and manual invoice workflows.
• Experience using finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage automated invoice-processing workflows and manual processing when required.
• Process supplier invoices and issue remittance advice.
• Review invoices for accuracy and correct coding.
• Record all AP transactions in finance systems.
• Support weekly and month-end AP activities and reporting.
• Reconcile supplier statements and AP accounts.
• Respond to internal and external queries and liaise with suppliers.

Skills

Accounts payable

Invoice processing

Data entry

Payment processing

Account coding

Excel

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business degree

Certificate IV or higher in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Finance software

Job description

Strengthen Payables for an Australian Technical Recruitment and Workforce Solutions Leader

Strong workforce businesses depend on precise financial operations to keep people and projects moving. The Accounts Payable Officer strengthens this foundation by managing invoice workflows, supplier payments, reconciliations, and reporting with accuracy and urgency. Working with an accomplished Australian recruitment services provider, you will build global finance expertise and a long-term career with Emapta, designed for top 1% talent worldwide.

Snapshot

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Setup: Onsite, Makati
• Shift: Day Shift, Weekends Off

Benefits

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive Salary Package
• Day Shift schedule
• Fixed weekends off
• Prime office location in Makati (Easy access to MRT stations, restaurants, and banks)
• Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)
• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer!
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 15 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 10 credits convertible to cash)
• Fun engagement activities for employees
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment

Qualifications

Required

• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline
• 2-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar Finance role
• Demonstrated experience in invoice processing, data entry, account coding, payment processing, and account reconciliation
• Hands-on experience managing automated and manual invoice-processing activities, including automated workflows
• Practical experience using finance or accounting systems

Desirable

• Certificate IV or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Experience working in a medium-to-large organization or multi-entity environment
• Experience supporting weekly and month-end Finance processes
• Exposure to Australian accounting, taxation, or employment-related requirements

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable and invoice-processing practices
• High level of accuracy when reviewing, coding, and processing invoices
• Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to learn and navigate finance systems quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time-management skills and ability to manage competing priorities

Key Behavioral Competencies

• Collaborates effectively with team members to achieve shared goals
• Prioritizes customer needs and delivers responsive service
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and takes initiative
• Upholds integrity and accepts accountability for results
• Adapts effectively to changing priorities and business needs
• Performs calmly and productively under pressure

Organizational Values and Characteristics

• Demonstrates a strong and consistent work ethic
• Delivers successful outcomes and maintains high performance standards
• Supports a healthy and sustainable work-life balance
• Builds positive relationships with customers and stakeholders
• Transforms pressure into focused and productive performance
• Practices self-awareness and reflects on opportunities for improvement
• Responds constructively to challenges and recovers from setbacks
• Aligns decisions and actions with organizational values

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Processing

• Manage and monitor automated invoice-processing workflows, ensuring invoices are accurately captured, reviewed, coded, approved, and processed within required timelines.
• Complete manual invoice processing when required.
• Process approved supplier invoices accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Review invoices for accuracy, appropriate approvals, correct coding, and allocation to the relevant cost centres and accounts.
• Record all Accounts Payable transactions accurately and promptly in the relevant finance systems.
• Process supplier payments and issue remittance advice upon completion.
• Monitor outstanding supplier invoices and statements and complete timely follow-ups.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment-related queries promptly.

Reconciliation and Reporting

• Support weekly and month-end Accounts Payable activities and reporting.
• Reconcile supplier statements and Accounts Payable accounts accurately.
• Investigate and resolve outstanding or unreconciled items promptly.
• Assist with month-end close activities, ensuring all Accounts Payable transactions processed within established deadlines.
• Prepare Accounts Payable reports and supporting documentation as required.
• Maintain accurate and complete records to support internal and external audit requirements.

Stakeholder and Administrative Support

• Respond to internal and external queries promptly, professionally, and proactively.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to obtain required information and resolve issues.
• Maintain organised electronic and physical records through timely scanning, filing, and archiving of financial documents.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Provide general administrative and functional support to the Finance team as required.

Performance Metrics

• Process invoices accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in invoice processing, coding, data entry, and payment allocation.
• Reconcile supplier statements and Accounts Payable accounts accurately and follow up on outstanding items promptly.
• Complete weekly and month-end Accounts Payable activities within agreed deadlines.
• Respond to internal and external queries promptly, professionally, and with a proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Maintain accurate Accounts Payable records and supporting documentation and provide them within required timelines.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes, accuracy, and efficiency.

About the Client

Our client is an award-winning Australian workforce solutions provider serving technical industries nationwide. Founded by engineers and project leaders, the organization has grown from a specialist recruitment firm into a diversified group supporting civil construction, infrastructure, mining, maintenance, rail, and technology. Its record includes national expansion, major supplier partnerships, more than 1,000 employees, and industry recognition for recruitment excellence. Driven by safety, integrity, innovation, and uncompromising quality, it continues to raise standards while creating better outcomes for businesses and people.

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Welcome to Emapta Philippines: home to professionals who choose growth, balance, and impact. Recognized as one of HR Asia's Best Companies to Work For in Asia 2025 and winner of Inspiring Workplaces Australasia 2026, Emapta offers more than opportunities -- it provides a career environment where people thrive. Collaborate with global teams, build meaningful expertise, and grow in a culture that prioritizes both performance and well-being.