Accounts Payable Team Lead

About Jardine Service Centre (JSC)

Jardine Service Centre Philippines is an organization fully owned by Jardine Matheson Group which is a diversified Asian-based group with unsurpassed experience in the region, having been founded in 1832. JSC is responsible for providing back-office support to the business units of Jardine Group by administrating transactional and rule-based activities. We aim to deliver world-class services to our internal customers in a cost-efficient manner via process harmonization, application of state-of-the-art technologies, automation and process simplification.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Team Lead – Accounts Payable (AP) to oversee day-to-day operations related to vendor invoice processing, payments, and account reconciliations. This role will manage a team of AP specialists and ensure timely, accurate, and compliant processing of payables in accordance with company policies and controls.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & People Management

• Lead and manage the AP team to ensure efficient and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Monitor team performance, provide coaching, and conduct regular feedback and development sessions.
• Act as a point of escalation for payment delays, vendor issues, and policy exceptions.
• Coordinate with procurement, treasury, and business units to resolve issues affecting AP operations.

Accounts Payable Operations

• Supervise invoice validation, matching (PO/invoice/receipt), and posting into the ERP system.
• Oversee timely execution of weekly and monthly payment runs (including wires, checks, EFTs).
• Review AP aging reports and ensure prompt resolution of outstanding balances.
• Ensure proper vendor onboarding and maintenance of vendor master data.

Month-End Close & Reporting

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of AP balances and metrics.
• Coordinate with the GL and other finance teams to ensure proper cut-off and financial accuracy.

Controls & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls (e.g., SOX, audit).
• Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation as required.
• Maintain documentation for processes and procedures, ensuring they are up to date and followed.

Process Improvement

• Identify areas for process improvement and lead initiatives for automation and efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT and finance systems teams to enhance system workflows and reporting tools.
• Recommend policy updates based on trends, root cause analysis, and benchmarking.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.
• At least 5–7 years of experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 2 years in a team lead or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes and financial controls.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• CPA or equivalent qualification is a plus.
• Experience in a shared services or multinational company setup.
• Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Power BI, RPA) and electronic invoicing platforms.
• Exposure to vendor compliance, global payment practices, and tax regulations (e.g., VAT, Withholding Tax).

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At JSC, you can play a role in our business success. We understand that key to our success is our people, which is our foundation and priority. We invest in our people to ensure we have the right talent with the leadership and strategic skills the company needs for the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of sex, race, disability, family status or any other factors.

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