Accounts Payable Team Lead

Hammerjack Pty Ltd; Taguig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hammerjack Pty Ltd in Taguig City, Philippines, is seeking a senior Accounts Payable leader to oversee daily AP operations and drive process improvements. You will manage a team, ensure timely invoice processing, and collaborate with procurement, treasury, and finance to uphold controls.

The role requires 5+ years in AP, 1–2 years in supervision, and experience in a Shared Services/BPO environment. This on-site position offers growth within a structured finance function.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• 1–2 years in a supervisory or SME role.
• Experience in Shared Services or BPO is preferred.
• Strong end-to-end AP knowledge and controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily Accounts Payable operations.
• Ensure timely processing of vendor invoices and employee claims.
• Monitor 2-way and 3-way invoice matching controls.
• Ensure month-end closing activities are completed on time.
• Review and resolve invoice, payment, and vendor discrepancies.
• Manage escalations related to invoices, payments, and supplier enquiries.
• Maintain internal controls, policies, and accounting standards.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvement

SOPs & Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

Job Location: Taguig City
Location Flexibility: Primary Location Only
Req Id: 11697
Posting Start Date: 9/9/26

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Lead and oversee daily Accounts Payable operations.


• Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and employee claims.


• Monitor compliance with 2-way and 3-way invoice matching controls.


• Ensure month-end closing activities are completed within agreed timelines.


• Review and resolve invoice, payment, and vendor account discrepancies.


• Manage escalations related to invoices, payments, and supplier enquiries.


• Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and accounting standards.

Team Leadership

• Manage, coach, and develop AP specialists and senior specialists.


• Conduct performance discussions, training, and knowledge-sharing sessions.


• Allocate workloads and monitor team productivity and quality.


• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues.


• Foster a culture of accountability, customer focus, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with internal business stakeholders and external suppliers.


• Communicate process updates, risks, and service delivery concerns.


• Participate in governance meetings and provide operational insights.


• Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, Vendor Master Data, and Finance teams.

Process Improvement and Governance

• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements.


• Lead AP-related projects and transformation initiatives.


• Develop and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.


• Support automation, digital transformation, and system enhancement initiatives.


• Assist internal and external auditors and ensure audit readiness.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

• At least 5 years of Accounts Payable experience.


• At least 1-2 years in a supervisory, subject matter expert (SME), or team leadership capacity.


• Experience in a Shared Services or BPO environment is preferred.


• Strong understanding of end-to-end Accounts Payable and payment processes.

Technical Competencies

• SAP or other ERP systems knowledge.


• Invoice processing and payment management.


• Vendor reconciliation and account analysis.


• MS Excel and MS Office proficiency.


• Process documentation and reporting.


• Internal controls and audit compliance.

Leadership Competencies

• People management and coaching.


• Stakeholder management.


• Problem solving and root cause analysis.


• Decision making.


• Customer focus.


• Communication and influencing skills.


• Continuous improvement mindset.


• Accountability and ownership.

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Relocation Supported: No

Visa Sponsorship Approved: No