Specialist II Accounts Payable Payments

Emerson Electric (Asia) Limited - ROHQ; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible time off

Parental leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Emerson Electric (Asia) Limited - ROHQ in Manila is seeking a Specialist II Accounts Payable to join a dedicated, customer-focused accounting and finance team. You will manage invoice issue resolution, reconciliation, and month-end closing, with back-up support to processors for designated units.

The role emphasizes internal controls, Sarbanes-Oxley policies, and ERP systems like Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards, with opportunities for growth and collaboration across regions in Asia Pacific, Europe,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or related field.
• 3 years of accounts payable experience, including at least 1 year in treasury or payments processing.
• Proficiency in GAAP and MS Office (Advanced Excel).

Responsibilities

• Process payments from selection to uploading into the bank or payment tool.
• Process manual payment requests with supporting documents, cost centers, and approvals.
• Provide cash forecasts for selected payment batches to Treasury.
• Execute approved payment batches by the reviewer.
• Review potential duplicate payments and evaluate payment proposals before release.
• Serve as back-up for other sites and assist with audits.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Treasury/payments processing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP ERP

JD Edwards

Job description

If you are a Specialist II Accounts Payableprofessional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to be part of a dedicated, customer-focused accounting and finance team responsible for issue resolution of invoices, reconciliation and month-end closing activities, and providing back-up support to processors for designated business units. You will also help ensure the effective implementation of internal controls, related Sarbanes-Oxley policies, and Emerson company policies and procedures. You will support various accounts payable activities across all regions served by Global Financial Services Manila, including Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the United States.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Process payments from selection to uploading into the bank or payment tool (e.g., Trax).

• Process manual payment requests, including validating supporting documents, cost centers, and approvals, and manually inputting payments into the bank software.

• Provide cash forecasts for selected payment batches to the Treasury team.

• Execute approved payment batches by the reviewer.

• Review potential duplicate payments and evaluate Payment Proposals/Payment Registers prior to release.

• Serve as back-up support for other sites and assist with audit requirements.

• Meet or exceed productivity targets, KPIs, and service level agreements.

• Secure commitments on critical deliverables from various collaborators including the buyer, vendor, site finance heads, and approvers for the issuance of an offset credit or debit note, variance approval, etc.

Who You Are:

You have a strong drive for results and exhibit passion and enthusiasm to get things done. You approach challenges with analytical thinking and take initiative in solving problems. You communicate clearly, collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, and build strong working relationships across different levels. You are proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or any Accounting-related degree.

• 3 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable, including at least 1 year in treasury or payments processing.

• Practical knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (e.g., Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, etc.).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Advanced Excel and PowerPoint).

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Financial Accounting Standard Board regulation.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation, and holiday leave.

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!