R2A Manager

Overview AECOM Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines R2A Manager - Payroll Accounting role at AECOM Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world through infrastructure consulting and related services. This role is based in Taguig, Philippines and focuses on payroll accounting leadership within a global organization. Job Description Summary This role will be responsible for preparing and reviewing high-risk journal entries and reconciliations, leading clean-up and issue resolution efforts, and ensuring accurate and timely period-end close activities. The payroll manager supports and oversees daily operations, ensuring adherence to SLA and productivity metrics, while strengthening internal controls, ensuring audit readiness, and identifying and implementing improvement opportunities. The role requires a critical thinker who can identify accounting risks, mentor team members, and collaborate effectively across multiple functions. Responsibilities and Duties Own the end-to-end payroll accounting process including monthly accruals, reconciliations, and journal entries. Prepare and manage payroll-related journals for unpaid salaries and wages, bonuses and incentives, unused vacation and leave balances, 13th month pay or statutory accruals, employer contributions to statutory benefits, and other applicable transactions. Analyze and resolve variances between timekeeping records and GL data, including mismatches in hours worked vs. paid, discrepancies in overtime or leave transactions, payroll output vs. accrual differences, and incorrect mapping of cost centers or wage type. Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and external audit requirements. Drive strategic payroll projects that reduce processing time, eliminate recurring variances, establish audit-ready documentation standards, and embed governance checkpoints across the payroll lifecycle. Partner with Finance, HR, Payroll/Timekeeping and other teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness in payroll reporting. Guide and mentor a payroll accounting team while staying actively involved in day-to-day processes. Create reports aligned with agreed SLAs and develop strategies to consistently meet or exceed SLA and productivity targets. Manage and act as escalation point for complex accounting issues within the team and make the right decisions as necessary. Accountable for the team’s business continuity implementation and execution and input to strategy. Plan and develop multiple short to medium-term projects and contribute to long-term initiatives planning. Lead moderate to complex projects as required by the business. Actively manage talent (recruit and retain high-caliber individuals) and build people capability including strategies for the execution of goals and objectives. Develop strong stakeholder relationships by driving effective communications and developing stakeholder management plans. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field At least 7–10 years of experience in finance or accounting, with 3–5 years in a payroll accounting role Minimum 3 years of managerial experience with strong background in controllership Solid knowledge of payroll-related reconciliations (e.g., timekeeping vs. payroll register, payroll vs. GL, accruals vs. actual payouts) using systems such as Workday, ADP, ADP GlobalView, and Oracle Proven ability to lead process improvement initiatives and strengthen compliance frameworks CPA license is a plus but not required Additional Information Attributes: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information professionally. Proven leadership skills in managing teams, monitoring performance, and driving operational efficiency. Detail-oriented and analytical, with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to meet strict deadlines and SLA targets. About AECOM AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, offering comprehensive benefits and a range of programs to support employees. AECOM values diversity and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company with a broad portfolio spanning water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Learn more at aecom.com. Work Model Hybrid Job Details ReqID: J Business Line: Geography OH Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: GBS Career Area: Finance Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AECOM by 2x. See more job postings and locations for related roles in the Philippines. #J-18808-Ljbffr