Travel and Expense Specialist

Hammerjack Pty Ltd; Taguig; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO

Free meals

Shuttle services

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

JTI is seeking a Global Travel & Expense Specialist (Temporary) in the Manila GBS hub to oversee T&E processing, ensure policy compliance, and deliver timely month-end reporting.

The role requires a bachelor’s in accounting/finance, 1 year in finance shared services, and proficiency in Concur and SAP S/4HANA, with strong English and IFRS knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business
• At least 1 year of experience in an accounting-related role, preferably in shared services
• Proficiency in MS Office, Concur, and SAP S/4HANA
• English proficiency
• Understanding of IFRS and internal controls

Responsibilities

• Process T&E transactions, validate expense claims in Concur, enter claims into SAP, and meet month-end closing timelines and SLA requirements
• Ensure compliance with Global Operating Guidelines and JSOX controls; document controls for audit readiness
• Prepare routine reports and analyses; review performance metrics and propose improvements
• Assist Team Lead and support other T&E Specialists to ensure effective teamwork and cross-functional projects
• Provide timely communication and expert advice on T&E matters to entities

Skills

MS Office

Concur

SAP S/4HANA

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Concur

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Department: Accounting & Finance

Role: Temporary (12 months)

Location: Taguig, Philippines

Reporting to: Global Travel & Expense Specialist

Global Travel & Expense Specialist (Temporary)

The role involves overseeing all Travel & Expenses (T&E) processing activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with JTI policies, while delivering reliable core services that meet SLA requirements with the Entities.

As the Global Travel & Expense Specialist in JTI GBS Manila, you will:

• Be responsible for processing T&E transactions, including validating expense claims in Concur, addressing issues with authorized persons, and entering claims into SAP. It also involves managing queries, administering cardholder services, and ensuring all tasks are completed according to month-end closing timelines and SLA requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Global Operating Guidelines, policies, and procedures by adhering to Corporate and GBS standards, and ensuring Entities do the same. Execute and document JSOX controls as identified in the JSOX GRM, ensuring timely and full compliance to meet audit standards.
• Prepare high-quality, accurate, and timely routine reports and analyses, as well as additional reports upon request. Continuously review and improve processes by monitoring performance metrics and discussing potential improvements with the Team Lead
• Provide assistance to the Team Lead to meet team objectives and targets, support other T&E Specialists to ensure effective teamwork in document processing and issue resolution and participate in cross-functional activities and projects within GBS and Corporate as needed.
• Demonstrate commitment to service excellence and customer focus by ensuring timely communication and resolution of queries/issues. Provide strong support to entities by understanding their business and operational needs and offering expert advice and solutions on T&E-related matters

You'll ideally have:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance/business
• At least 1 year of experience in an accounting-related role, with experience in accounts and finance shared services
• Competency in MS Office applications, Concur, and SAP S/4HANA.
• English proficiency
• Ability to interpret and apply professional accounting standards and principles, such as IFRS.
• Experience in applying and remediating sound financial governance principles, including internal controls and J-Sox
• Proficiency in developing data architecture, practices, and procedures for data maintenance, protection, delivery, and quality. Demonstrates innovative problem-solving skills
• Understanding of tax technical positions and ability to translate them into accounting terms, documenting for accounting requirements

What to expect

Expect well-being initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities and benefits including HMO, free meals and shuttle services.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.