Accounts Payable Supervisor

Ambica International Corporation; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambica International Corporation, a leading pharmaceutical distributor in the Philippines, invites applications for an Accounts Payable Supervisor. This on-site role in Pasay oversees daily AP operations, reviews invoices, and ensures timely payments while maintaining accurate coding and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory skills, solid accounting knowledge, and proficiency with MS Excel and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have strong supervisory capabilities, including team leadership and workload management.
• Analytical skills to review AP data, detect discrepancies, and support financial reporting.
• Solid finance and accounting knowledge, including accruals and journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounts payable operations and supervise the AP team.
• Review and approve invoices and payment runs with proper coding and timely processing.
• Reconcile vendor statements and monitor accruals; post related journal entries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Analyze AP reports and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve discrepancies and drive process improvements.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification (advantage)

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Company Description Ambica International Corporation is one of the nation’s largest pharmaceutical distributors, specializing in the importation, marketing, and distribution of branded generics, patented drugs, and nutraceuticals across different therapeutic segments. The company is dedicated to improving healthcare in the Philippines by promoting equal access to high-quality, effective, and safe medical products. Its operations are guided by core values of Accessibility, Availability, Affordability, and Advocacy, ensuring products reach even remote and underserved communities while remaining consistently in stock and economically accessible. Ambica also supports health literacy and public health initiatives to empower individuals to make informed wellness decisions.

Role Description The Accounts Payable Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Pasay, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounts payable function. This role includes supervising the AP team, reviewing and approving invoices and payment runs, ensuring proper coding and timely processing of vendor invoices, and reconciling vendor statements. The supervisor will monitor accruals, review and post journal entries related to accounts payable, and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Additional responsibilities include analyzing AP reports, supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, coordinating with internal departments and external vendors to resolve discrepancies, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong supervisory skills, including team leadership, workload management, and performance coaching.
• Candidates should possess analytical skills to review AP data, identify discrepancies, and support financial reporting and process improvements.
• Candidates should possess solid finance and accounting knowledge, including experience with accruals and journal entries (accounting).
• Candidates should possess proficiency with accounting or ERP systems and MS Excel for reporting and reconciliation.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Experience in accounts payable supervision in a corporate or distribution environment, preferably within healthcare or pharmaceuticals.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume setting.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.