Functional Overview The Accounts Payable Officer is responsible for managing the accounts payable staff, ensuring that all staff members are properly trained and that all departmental procedures are followed. The AP Officer is also responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports and reconciling accounts. Duties and Responsibilities: Overseeing the Accounts Payable department and ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports Developing and maintaining of accounts payable policies and procedures Ensuring compliance with company policies, as well as local, state, and federal regulations Monitoring and analyzing accounts payable processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy Collaborating with other departments, such as procurement and finance, to ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices Managing vendor relationships and resolve any issues or disputes related to payments or invoices Ensuring timely payment of invoices to avoid penalties and service disruptions. Assisting in all Finance, BOD and Management (Mancom) reports. Preparing and analyzing of accounts payable reports, including aging reports, cash flow projections, and vendor performance metrics Ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes for accounts payable Identifying and communicating with management opportunities for improvement in processes, workflow. Monitoring the team metrics to provide guidance to team members and suggest actions for improvement. Coaching and guiding the less experienced employees in query resolution Supporting others in the resolution of complex matters. Demonstrating and encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. Attending team and other meetings. Practicing of courteous assertiveness with all interactions. Demonstrating the behaviors expected from the team and customers. Providing strong emphasis on providing 'needs based' customer service. Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending trainings and seminars. Reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks Escalating matters to management as appropriate. Ensuring that the ISO process of Accounts Payable is in line with the Goals of company. Adhering to departmental confidentiality and compliance standards. Performing other accounting tasks and projects required to support Accounting Department. Assisting with audits and provide documentation and support as needed Minimum Competencies: 4+ years' experience in the large volume or Accounts Payable field Strong people interaction and relationship building skills Sound data entry and administration experience Advanced MS Office skills, with high degree of confidence in MS Excel Experience using financial systems including Netsuite System Excellent written and oral communication skills Well organized with the ability to prioritize workloads Ability to work well with others a desire to be part of a team Effective organization skills with the ability to prioritize Flexible and adaptable attitude amidst an environment of constant change Working knowledge of AP principles, practices and regulations. Ability and experience in working with and meeting key performance targets Strong attention to detail Coaching and supportive attitude toward colleagues and new employees Customer focused- asks questions of customers to clarify needs, delivers to meet those needs, follow-ups on customer enquiries promptly and professionally. Establishes strong relationships across the range of KMC Group businesses, corporate functions and external agencies Enjoys problem-solving and seeking answers or solutions to issues- will investigate and look for alternatives. KMC Careers If you're a rockstar at what you do and looking to be a part of our amazing story, we want to hear from you! We offer attractive salaries and benefits plus you get to work in some of the Philippines' best flexible workspaces. Our employees also get to enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and freebies, and invites to our monthly events. We are always recruiting for roles in IT & Development, Marketing, Business Administration, HR & Recruitment and Legal & Finance Roles. KMC provides quality employment opportunities for job-seekers looking for a career that is both challenging and fulfilling. We are also committed to providing equal opportunities at every selection stage. We do not discriminate due to age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, and religion. Work with Us. Grow with Us. KMC Solutions offers a variety of career opportunities in Metro Manila, Cebu and Clark & Iloilo. We are always looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are ready to make their next big career move. Our Culture At KMC, we foster an inclusive and positive workplace for all. We push our members to succeed in everything they do through our collaborative work environment. We encourage our community to work hard and reach their full potential while delivering results that matter for our members and you as professionals. We host amazing and quality events and implement people-centric policies to work flexibly. We ensure that everyone in our expansive network is engaged, from our internal employees and those who work on behalf our offshore partners. Life within KMC: Work Hard Party Harder At KMC, we work hard and we are committed to putting our best foot forward in everything we do. Everyone is encouraged to be an individual while also working for the collective good of the KMC Community. We believe mistakes are opportunities and that you should not present a solution without a problem. We also know when hard work deserves to be recognized so we reward our employees with monthly parties, free trips and much much more!