Accounts Payable Manager

Role Summary

The Accounting Manager will lead the Accounts Payable function and ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier and vendor payables. The role will oversee the AP team, strengthen controls and processes, support automation initiatives, and coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on payment and account concerns.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, including invoice validation, recording, payment processing, and reconciliation.
• Ensure payments are processed accurately and within agreed supplier terms.
• Oversee debit memos, supplier deductions, claims, and other AP-related adjustments.
• Monitor AP aging, outstanding balances, and long-outstanding items.
• Lead and supervise the Accounts Payable team and ensure proper workload allocation.
• Strengthen internal controls, documentation, approval processes, and segregation of duties.
• Lead process improvement and automation projects within Accounts Payable.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Merchandising, Treasury, Logistics, and other teams to resolve payment issues.
• Manage supplier and vendor inquiries and account reconciliations.
• Prepare AP reports and provide analysis and recommendations to the Finance Head.
• Support month-end and year-end closing and audit requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of BS Accountancy.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or Treasury.
• Experience in managing high-volume transactions and supervising a team is preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting processes, internal controls, and reconciliations.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an advantage.