Japanese Accounts Payable (Hybrid Set up)

J-K Network Services; Taguig; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SSS

Medical Assistance

HMO

Life insurance

Language Premium

Job summary

A healthcare products manufacturer is seeking a Japanese Accounts Payable professional in Taguig. The role requires proficiency in Japanese and 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably with APAC locations. Key responsibilities include managing the AP team, processing payments, and ensuring compliance with accounts payable regulations. Ideal candidates should have strong Excel skills and experience with ERP systems like SAP. The position offers a hybrid work setup with benefits such as medical assistance and life insurance.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience in accounting or relevant finance experience.
• Ability to speak and read Japanese.
• Knowledge of accounts payable principles and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day functionality of the Manila AP Team.
• Distribute tasks to AP Associates.
• Manage payment runs and clearings.
• Audit employee expenses for approval.
• Evaluate invoice processing to improve productivity.

Skills

Japanese language proficiency

Experience in accounting

Fluency in Excel

Knowledge of GAAP

Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Esker, Concur)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in any course

Tools

SAP

Esker

Concur

Job description

Japanese Accounts Payable (Hybrid Set up)

Hybrid - Taguig 1-3 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

This company is Pharmaceutical Manufacturers that develops and sells healthcare products and diagnostic system tests. They have more than hundred thousand plus employees to serve worldwide to give lasting impact on health.

Company Profile

Position: Japanese Accounts Payable

Industry: Pharmaceutical company - Shared Services

Shift Schedule: Dayshift (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

Work Setup: Hybrid; max of 1 day WFH per week

Benefits

• SSS
• Medical Assistance
• HMO
• Life insurance
• Language Premium

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any course
• 1 - 3 years of experience in accounting or other relevant business finance experience
• Preferably with work experience with APAC locations
• Can speak and read Japanese.
• Must be knowledgeable about principles, practices, regulations and procedures as they relate to Accounts Payable
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of GAAP with aptitude to apply technical knowledge in a practical manner to day to day operations
• Knowledge of an ERP/Large Accounting package; SAP, Esker, & Concur.
• Strong fluency with Excel formulas and functions

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day functionality of the Manila AP Team including the onboarding process for any new team members
• Distribution of tasks to AP Associate as assigned by Manager
• Payment Run and Clearing
• Employee Expense Audit and Approval
• Assist in managing, monitoring, and evaluating invoice processing to improve productivity and increase efficiency.
• Ensure that key processes are adequately documented
• Resolve complex issues around Accounts Payable
• Build & maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external functions
• Participate in special projects and related assignments as needed: System automation, UAT testing, etc.
• Onboarding New Entities & provide team trainings as needed
• Assist in developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) / SLAs to identify and track Accounts Payable Overall Performance
• Assist in reconciling account transactions with the general ledger
• Keeping informed of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting specially in accounts payable
• Reports preparation – Spend Cube, Accruals, Actuals, Start/End of Day, & other significant AP Metric Reports
• Inspect records and reports for accuracy