Accounts Payable Team Lead

Hammerjack Pty Ltd; Philippines; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 months pay

HMO coverage for you and family

Yearly kick-offs with giveaways

Internal promotions

Leadership training

Team collaboration

Car giveaway or major incentives

Job summary

Acquire Intelligence, a global outsourcer, is seeking an Accounts Payable Team Lead in the Philippines. You will oversee the AP function, mentor the team, ensure timely processing and month-end close, and drive process improvements in a dynamic shared services environment.

The role requires strong English and finance qualifications, extensive AP experience, and ERP tools like SAP/NetSuite with advanced Excel skills. Growth, leadership training, and internal promotion opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong English language skills (written and verbal communication).
• Relevant accounting or finance qualification with prior Finance & Accounting experience.
• Proven Accounts Payable and/or broader finance operations experience.
• Previous Team Lead or supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a BPO or Shared Services environment.
• Multinational company experience preferred.
• Experience in process migration, transitions, or knowledge transfer projects.
• Proficiency in Large ERP system such as SAP, NetSuite etc.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data analysis).
• Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support the Accounts Payable team.
• Subject matter expert for all account payable processes.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and training.
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members.
• Provide leadership to staff around prioritization of tasks and responsibilities while also driving process improvements.
• Actively participate and provide input to organizational objectives and projects which impact the AP function
• Ensure timely month-end close activities related to AP.
• Develop and maintain system documentation for all AP functions.
• Oversees reports regarding cash flow; ensures correct payments are made in a timely manner.
• Reconciles accounts payable total and general ledger with other applicable records (e.g., subsidiary vendors ledger) and Preparing AP aging report
• Ensure execution of responsibilities aligns with established month end close deadlines
• Assist with both internal and external audit
• Ensure that PEAMs are served to all staff.
• Develop, drive and report on team KPIs
• Coordinate with all departments within the company to meet campaign needs.
• Facilitate performance reviews, development plans, and coaching sessions for all team members.

Skills

English proficiency

AP experience

Team lead

BPO/Shared Services experience

ERP experience (SAP/NetSuite)

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance qualification

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

We're an award-winning global outsourcer providing contact center and back office services on behalf of our global clients. Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!

At Acquire Intelligence, our mission is to help business work smarter.

We bring together the best people, efficient processes, and automation to help companies grow faster and operate with confidence.

Our purpose is to simplify how businesses work, improve performance, and lead meaningful change across the globe.

If you're passionate about making a real impact through innovation and collaboration, Acquire Intelligence is the place to grow your career.

Why Join the A-Team

• Enjoy 14 months of pay*
• HMO coverage for you and your family
• Yearly Kick Off Parties with major giveaways (like the car in 2023)
• Grow your career - yes, we love to promote internally
• Do meaningful work and collaborate with the best
• 900 promotions given each year
• 2,700+ leadership training courses

A Glimpse into Your New Role

The Accounts Payable (AP) Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and vendor reconciliations. This role supervises the AP team, maintains strong internal controls, supports process improvements, and ensures compliance with company policies and financial regulations.

• Lead, mentor, and support the Accounts Payable team.
• Subject matter expert for all account payable processes.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and training.
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and development of team members.
• Provide leadership to staff around prioritization of tasks and responsibilities while also driving process improvements.
• Actively participate and provide input to organizational objectives and projects which impact the AP function
• Ensure timely month-end close activities related to AP.
• Develop and maintain system documentation for all AP functions.
• Oversees reports regarding cash flow; ensures correct payments are made in a timely manner.
• Reconciles accounts payable total and general ledger with other applicable records (e.g., subsidiary vendors ledger) and Preparing AP aging report
• Ensure execution of responsibilities aligns with established month end close deadlines
• Assist with both internal and external audit
• Ensure that PEAMs are served to all staff.
• Develop, drive and report on team KPIs
• Coordinate with all departments within the company to meet campaign needs.
• Facilitate performance reviews, development plans, and coaching sessions for all team members.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong English language skills (written and verbal communication).
• Relevant accounting or finance qualification with prior Finance & Accounting experience.
• Proven Accounts Payable and/or broader finance operations experience.
• Previous Team Lead or supervisory experience.
• Experience working in a BPO or Shared Services environment.
• Multinational company experience preferred.
• Experience in process migration, transitions, or knowledge transfer projects.
• Proficiency in Large ERP system such as SAP, NetSuite etc.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, data analysis).
• Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement efficiencies.
• Experience working with Australian company financials is preferred but not essential.
• High degree of computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

What We Value

We're proud of our diverse global team, all working in a collaborative environment and happy to share these common values:

• Curious and Clever: Smart questions spark smart solutions.
• Entrepreneurial Energy: Think like an owner. Solve like a founder.
• Fast with Intent: We move fast and deliver real results.
• Laugh and Learn: We don't take ourselves too seriously, just our results.