Accounts Receivable Specialist (Shared Services)

Accounts Receivable Specialist (Shared Services)

Location: Manila, Philippines
Work Setup: Hybrid
Work Schedule: Day shift / Night shift
Employment Type: Full-time / Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to handle daily Accounts Receivable transactions, customer account clearing, cash application, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities. The successful candidate will ensure the accurate and timely processing of AR transactions in SAP, maintain complete supporting documentation, and provide effective support to internal stakeholders and business entities.

The role also requires compliance with internal controls and operating procedures, preparation of financial reports, resolution of AR-related issues, and participation in process improvement and cross-functional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Process AR transactions in SAP, including incoming receipts, AR clearings, sundry invoices, credit notes, bad debt write-offs, adjustments, and journal entries.
• Process MyRequest templates for third-party Accounts Receivable transactions and validate the completeness and accuracy of submitted information.
• Return incomplete or incorrect requests to the initiator for clarification and ensure timely processing of approved transactions.
• Review customer payment proposal reports and perform bank uploads, postings, and open-item clearing.
• Perform customer account clearing and bank and general ledger reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
• Validate supporting documents and ensure all AR activities are completed within established month-end closing timelines.
• Handle ad hoc AR queries and investigate discrepancies, outstanding items, and transaction-related issues.
• Prepare routine AR reports and analyses, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Execute and maintain evidence of assigned J-SOX controls in accordance with internal control requirements.
• Ensure compliance with global operating guidelines, company policies, procedures, and applicable accounting controls.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and business entities to resolve AR concerns and provide timely updates.
• Identify opportunities to improve transaction processing, reconciliation procedures, and overall service delivery.
• Support cross-functional projects, SAP testing, knowledge sharing, and training of new team members as required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Receivable or accounting operations.
• Proficiency in SAP or SAP HANA.
• Strong knowledge of AR processing, incoming receipts, customer account clearing, and reconciliation.
• Experience in bank and general ledger reconciliation, journal entries, and month-end closing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requests, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of J-SOX controls and internal compliance procedures is an advantage.