Travel and Expense Specialist

Thornton Tomasetti; Taguig; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in the Philippines is seeking a STP – Travel and Expense Specialist to review, audit, and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies.

You will verify receipts and supporting documentation, ensure timely reimbursements, and support the creation of SOPs while collaborating with APAC teams.

The role requires 3–4 years in expense processing, proficiency in MS Excel, and Korean language skills, with on-site work in Taguig.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance or related field.
• 3–4 years of experience in Expense Processing, Travel and Expense, Accounts Payable or related finance roles.
• Korean language proficiency is required (Read, Write, Speak).
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels domestically and internationally.
• APAC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and audit employee expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Verify receipts and supporting documentation.
• Process expense reimbursements in the expense management system.
• Communicate with employees about discrepancies or missing documentation.
• Assist employees in submitting travel and expense reports.
• Troubleshoot system errors or access issues in the T&E platform.
• Contribute to process improvements and SOPs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Korean language proficiency

Strong analytical skills

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or Finance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Corporate Finance Services (CFS)

Our Corporate Finance Services team delivers critical finance operations and support that help drive efficiency, compliance, and business performance across Abbott’s global organization.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life.

You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Opportunity

As the STP – Travel and Expense Specialist, you will be responsible for reviewing, auditing, and processing employee expense reports in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. This role ensures timely reimbursement, accurate reporting, and supports the overall integrity of the Travel & Expense process.

What You’ll Do

• Review and audit employee expense reports for accuracy, completeness, and policy compliance.
• Verify receipts, required forms, and supporting documentation.
• Process expense reimbursements in the company’s expense management system.
• Communicate with employees regarding discrepancies, missing documentation, or policy violations.
• Assist employees in submitting travel and expense reports.
• Troubleshoot system errors or access issues in the T&E platform.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies proactively and elevate unresolved issues as necessary to ensure timely resolution.
• Contribute to process improvements by identifying opportunities within your scope of work, sharing insights, and implementing best practices.
• Support on creating, updating, and implementing job-related SOPs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 to 4 years of experience in Expense Processing, Travel and Expense, Accounts Payable, or other Finance-related roles.
• Korean language proficiency is required (Read, Write, Speak).
• Must be proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and proven organizational skills.
• Highly motivated, reliable, accurate, and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interact successfully with all levels within the organization both domestically and internationally.
• Motivated, team-oriented, self-starter with the flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Experience working with APAC regions is a plus but not required.

Location

This position is based in Philippines.

Taguig City : Five/Neo Building

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

JOB FAMILY: Accounts Payable & Receivables, Credit & Collection, & Payroll

DIVISION: IFO International Finance

LOCATION: Philippines > Taguig City : Five/Neo Building

The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more.

With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.

The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.

We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.

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