Position overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant to join its existing finance team on a temporary, full-time basis. 

The successful candidate will bring practical accounts payable experience, a solid understanding of US GAAP, strong English communication skills, and the ability to work reliably during overnight hours in the Philippines. Experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred, while Coupa experience is an advantage rather than a strict requirement.

Schedule:  5 days a week, Mon-Fri PST  8 - 5

Role details

• Job title: Accounts Payable Accountant
• Engagement type: Temporary, full-time
• Initial duration: Approximately three to six months
• Location: Philippines, working remotely
• Schedule: Midnight to 9:00 AM Philippine time, aligned with US Eastern Time
• Working hours: Eight working hours per day within the agreed shift window
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Experience level: Mid-level; approximately two to five years of relevant experience preferred

Key responsibilities

Accounts payable operations

• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities accurately and efficiently.
• Review, validate, code, and process supplier invoices and related documentation.
• Track invoices through the approval process and follow up on outstanding approvals.
• Maintain accurate supplier, invoice, payment, and supporting-document records.
• Support timely payment processing and help ensure that payment obligations are met according to agreed terms.
• Review vendor statements and investigate discrepancies, missing documentation, duplicate invoices, or unmatched transactions.
• Respond to supplier and internal stakeholder queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Escalate exceptions, payment issues, and unusual transactions promptly to the appropriate team member.

Accounting systems and controls

• Use NetSuite to record, update, review, and report on accounts payable transactions.
• Apply a sound understanding of US GAAP to accounts payable processing and supporting documentation.
• Use Coupa where applicable to support procurement, invoice, or purchasing workflows.
• Follow the client’s approval controls, documentation standards, and finance procedures.
• Maintain organized, audit-ready records and protect confidential financial information.
• Identify process gaps and suggest practical improvements that increase accuracy, visibility, and turnaround time.

Reporting and team support

• Prepare routine accounts payable updates and reports as requested.
• Provide accurate information for reconciliations, period-end activities, and finance reviews.
• Collaborate with finance, procurement, operations, and other internal stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• Communicate clearly across remote teams and provide dependable coverage during the agreed US-aligned schedule.
• Support additional finance and accounting tasks that are reasonably related to the role and the team’s immediate needs.

Required qualifications and experience

• Demonstrated experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting function.
• Practical knowledge of US GAAP and how it applies to accounts payable activities.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to work full-time on the required overnight schedule in the Philippines.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize a recurring workload, and follow through on open items.
• Comfortable working independently while maintaining regular communication with a remote client team.
• Professional judgment when handling confidential financial and supplier information.
• Availability to begin the assignment as soon as possible, subject to any existing notice period.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience using NetSuite in an accounts payable or finance operations environment.
• Experience using Coupa or a similar procurement, purchasing, or invoice-management platform.
• Experience supporting a US-based finance team or working across US business hours.
• Experience handling a temporary coverage assignment, transition role, or high-priority vacancy.
• Experience working with remote or distributed teams.
• Ability to learn new finance systems and client processes quickly.

Competencies for success

• Accuracy: Produces reliable work and checks details before submission.
• Ownership: Takes responsibility for assigned invoices, issues, and follow-ups through to completion.
• Organization: Keeps records, queues, approvals, and priorities structured and visible.
• Communication: Explains issues clearly and responds promptly to stakeholders.
• Problem-solving: Investigates discrepancies and proposes practical next steps.
• Adaptability: Learns the client’s systems and procedures quickly, including tools that may be new to the candidate.
• Reliability: Maintains consistent attendance and performance during the required overnight shift.
• Confidentiality: Handles financial, supplier, employee, and business information with appropriate care.

What success looks like

During the assignment, success will be demonstrated by the candidate’s ability to:

• Keep the accounts payable workflow accurate, organized, and current.
• Process invoices and related documentation within agreed turnaround times.
• Reduce avoidable exceptions through careful review and consistent use of controls.
• Use NetSuite effectively and adapt to Coupa or other client systems as required.
• Provide clear status updates and resolve issues without unnecessary delays.
• Integrate smoothly with the existing finance team and provide dependable overnight coverage.
• Support the business through the temporary period while maintaining a high standard of professional service.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations (for full-time roles only)

Note

• Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.