Finance Specialist (Payments)

Emerson's 132 years of history have been filled with achievements and challenges that have driven innovative thinking and bold transformations, molding us into the company we are today. By joining us as a Specialist II, Accounts Payable (Payments), you will complete a 90-day extensive classroom and on-the-job training conducted by our Global Financial Services (GFS) process experts and leaders. The program will cover functions in accounts payable, specifically payment processing, to equip and develop your proficiency and capabilities in this field. You will be trained to identify possible problem areas, resolve issues, and be well-rounded with the overall payment-related activities. After the program, you will be part of an impactful, dynamic, and customer-focused Finance team.

In this capacity, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your accounting proficiency and skills in providing excellent financial service to Emerson as a member of the Global Financial Services Manila organization. This gives you a very vital role in helping drive growth platforms and supporting operational pillars while striving for long-term value creation.

If this sounds like a perfect fit for you, apply now and join our team in Quezon City, Philippines! All roles are currently on a blended Work-From-Home arrangement, and company-provided IT assets are given on your first day. Enjoy our market-competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package, well-being programs, and career development opportunities.

For this role, you will need:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or any Accounting-related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable; work experience with Payments is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Financial Accounting Standard Board regulation.
• Practical knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g., Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

In this role, you will:

• Process payments to vendors, ensuring all due invoices are selected and uploaded into the banking software, or Trax.
• Process manual payment requests, ensuring the provided details are reviewed prior to input into the banking software or Trax.
• Be the GFS-Manila's main point of contact for any payment-related concerns and queries coming from the Business Units, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, and Intercompany counterparts.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend permanent resolution.
• Ensure internal control measures are followed, answer auditors queries, and provide the necessary supporting documents.
• Provide training and guidance to junior team members when needed.