Accounts Payable Specialist | AU Client  

Responsibilities:

• Set up and maintenance of supplier details in LawMaster (Practice Management System);
• Process of office and disbursement invoices;
• Obtain authorisations for payment in accordance with Finance Policy and Procedures, code the expenditure to correct account and perform data entry into LawMaster;
• Verify for completeness, accuracy appropriate authorization of all items;
• Investigate and promptly report discrepancies and irregularity to Finance Manager;
• Prepare bank payments for approval by Finance Manager;
• Manage and reimburse employee expense claims;
• Month End reconciliation of supplier statements and invoices,
• Prepare certain expense analysis, reconciliations and various ad hoc reports;

Requirements:

• Candidate with Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting / Management or relevant fields
• Proven work experience as a Accounting Specialist, Accounting Assistant or similar role
• Strong math skills with an ability to spot numerical errors
• Proficient when it comes to balancing records and handling discrepancies
• Time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Able to handle concerns and queries from external clients, vendors and suppliers
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience with a practice management system advantageous
• Experience with MYOB is advantageous
• A committed team player, detail-oriented and an effective communicator
• Willing to work 6am or 7am – 3pm or 4pm (PH Time)

Key Competencies:

• Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills – friendly, diplomatic and assertive when required
• Proactive in problem solving and able to work under own initiative
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• General knowledge on disbursements, payroll, tax returns and other government statutory requirements