Senior Accounts Payable Associate

Institutional Shareholder Services Philippines Inc.; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Institutional Shareholder Services Inc. (ISS) STOXX invites a Senior Accounts Payable Associate to join our Global ISS STOXX Accounts Payable Finance Team in Manila. You will independently perform AP tasks, support international payments, and ensure compliance with internal controls.

The role requires 12+ years in AP within a multinational context, fluency in English, and strong attention to detail. Hybrid work is offered (onsite in Makati City, with remote days), and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 12+ years of professional experience in Accounts Payable in a multinational, BPO, Shared Service, or global company.
• Fluent English communication.
• Well organized with minimal supervision.
• Strong numeric accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Excel, Outlook, Accounting Systems (NetSuite or SAP).
• Team player capable of working with diverse cultures.

Responsibilities

• File and sort invoices and backup documents.
• Prepare and upload invoices in the system.
• Input invoice and employee expense data; upload to AP system.
• Improve invoice routing, coding, and approval workflows.
• Set up new vendors and employees.
• Ensure compliance with Audit, Customs & Tax requirements and internal policies.
• Handle payment instructions via wire transfer or ACH.
• Maintain documents and emails in the workspace.
• Coordinate with treasury for international payments and exchange rates.
• Generate AP reports and KPIs to monitor performance.

Skills

English fluency

Accounting proficiency

Attention to detail

Excel

Outlook

Accounting systems (NetSuite or SAP)

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

ISS STOXX seeks a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Accounts Payable Associate to join our Global ISS STOXX Accounts Payable Finance Team based in Manila. The role involves carrying out AP tasks independently and will report to the Vice President of Global Accounts Payable Team. If you are a team player, detail oriented, and hardworking, we invite you to join our team. We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• File and sort all incoming invoices, correspondence and any other backup documentations
• Prepare & upload the invoices in the system
• Input of invoice data/employee expense data and uploading onto the Accounts Payable system
• Implement efficient workflows for invoice routing, coding, and approval to minimize processing time and errors.
• Prepare vendor set up for new vendors and employees
• Ensure all vendor claims/employee expense claims meet Audit, Customs & Tax requirements and comply with ISS’s internal policies and procedures
• Procedure checks in connection with invoice/employee expense validity, account coding and validation of authorized signatures.
• Enter payment instructions for invoices and employee expenses via wire transfer or ACH
• File and keep track documents/emails in the relevant workspace
• Familiarity with the global travel policy of ISS Inc.
• Ensure all AP enquiries are dealt with to a satisfactory outcome whilst maintaining a high level of customer service with both internal employees and external suppliers
• Carry out the compliance review of Travel reports submitted by staff worldwide
• Correspond with travel report owners worldwide regarding the travel report policy and their reports
• Manage the payment process, including scheduling, initiation, and execution of payments to vendors according to established payment terms.
• Coordinate with treasury and banking partners to execute international payments securely and efficiently, considering factors such as exchange rates and payment methods.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements for payment processing, including segregation of duties and authorization procedures.
• Continuously assess accounts payable processes and identify opportunities for optimization, automation, and streamlining.
• Leverage technology solutions such as invoice automation, electronic invoicing, and vendor portals to improve process efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and controls related to accounts payable processes.
• Generate and analyze accounts payable reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor departmental performance and identify trends.
• Collaborate with other departments such as procurement, finance, and IT to streamline end-to-end financial processes and resolve interdepartmental issues.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives that impact accounts payable operations, such as system implementations, process improvements, and compliance initiatives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounts payable matters and provide guidance and support to stakeholders across the organization.
• Certain amount of flexibility in the working time may be required at times, in order to cater to internal clients in different time zones.
• Any ad hoc responsibilities as and when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• At least 12 years of professional experience in an Accounts Payable position in a multinational, BPO, Shared Service, or any global company.
• Ability to communicate in English fluently
• Well organized and capable of working with minimum supervision
• Good with numbers, attentive to details and able to prioritize
• Able to work confidently with IT applications like Excel, Outlook, Accounting Systems, preferably NetSuite or SAP
• Team player and can work effectively with diverse cultures in a global organization

Work Location & Schedule

Amenable in working at Makati City on a mid shift schedule (4:00PM - 1:00AM Manila) Hybrid Work Arrangement (3 days' work onsite & 2 days' work from home per week): Benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid working model, combining the best of remote and in-office work.

What You Can Expect from Us

Our people are the moving force behind our work. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. If you have the skills, passion, and drive to help us bring clarity and transparency to capital markets, we want to work with you. Together, we can grow your career in an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and has real impact.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX delivers world-class research, data, and technology solutions that empower capital market participants to pursue their visions with confidence. Our expertise spans indices, corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence, giving clients the tools they need to uncover opportunities, manage risks, and navigate evolving regulations. We are made up of 4,000 professionals operating across 20 countries and serving approximately 5,000 clients, including many of the world’s leading institutional investors. Our scale and reach give us deep market knowledge, while our innovative methodologies allow us to offer our clients tailored insights that drive impact and success. Visit our website: https://www.iss-stoxx.com/ View additional open roles: https://www.iss-stoxx.com/about/careers/

ISS STOXX is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, sex, age, height, weight, citizenship status, national origin, social origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy status, marital status, familial status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, military service or status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). All activities including, but not limited to, recruiting and hiring, recruitment advertising, promotions, performance appraisals, training, job assignments, compensation, demotions, transfers, terminations (including layoffs), benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are and will be administered on a non-discriminatory basis, consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

ISS STOXX delivers world-class research, data, and technology solutions that empower capital market participants to pursue their visions with confidence. Our expertise spans indices, corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence, giving clients the tools they need to uncover opportunities, manage risks, and navigate evolving regulations. We are made up of 4,000 professionals operating across 20 countries and serving approximately 5,000 clients, including many of the world’s leading institutional investors. Our scale and reach give us deep market knowledge, while our innovative methodologies allow us to offer our clients tailored insights that drive impact and success.