Accounting Team Lead

2 weeks ago


Julia Vargas cor Meralco Avenue Pasig City Philippines KDCI Full time
Job description

Job Summary

KDCI Outsourcing is hiring an Accounting Team Lead (AP/AR) to oversee daily accounts payable and accounts receivable operations while leading a team supporting US-based clients in a BPO environment. This role goes beyond task execution and requires a strong understanding of service delivery, client expectations, and operational impact.

The Accounting Team Lead is responsible for ensuring accurate processing, consistent service levels, and continuous improvement across AP/AR functions. Success in this role is measured by the ability to anticipate issues, guide the team effectively, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and deliver reliable, high-quality service aligned with SLAs and KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing escalations, inquiries, and regular updates.

  • Maintain timely, clear, and professional communication regarding deliverables, timelines, and issues.

  • Ensure client expectations align with agreed SLAs, KPIs, and service standards.

  • Represent AP/AR operations with a strong understanding of how financial processes support business performance.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Supervise, mentor, and coach AP/AR Specialists to drive performance, accuracy, and efficiency.

  • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide clear, actionable feedback.

  • Support onboarding, training, and ongoing knowledge-sharing initiatives.

  • Promote accountability, ownership, and collaboration within the team.

  • Act as the first escalation point for team-related concerns.

Process & Operations Management

  • Oversee daily AP/AR operations, including invoice processing, payments, billing, collections, and account reconciliations.

  • Monitor team performance against KPIs, SLAs, and quality standards.

  • Ensure compliance with US accounting standards, client-specific policies, and internal controls.

  • Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

  • Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent and reliable service delivery.

Job requirements

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • 1–3 years of full accounting experience with direct exposure to US companies or clients.

  • Proven experience leading, coordinating, or acting as a senior resource for an AP/AR team.

  • Demonstrated understanding of BPO operations, client delivery models, and service-level management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong understanding of end-to-end AP/AR cycles, including billing, collections, and reconciliations.

  • Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Microsoft Dynamics.

  • Strong business acumen with the ability to link accounting processes to operational and client outcomes.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client-facing interactions.

  • Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.

Work Ethics & Traits

  • Proactive and Accountable – Takes ownership of deliverables and follow-through.

  • Detail-Oriented – Maintains accuracy while meeting deadlines.

  • Leadership-Oriented – Balances empathy with firmness in people management.

  • Client-Focused – Understands the impact of financial operations on client satisfaction.

  • Professional and Reliable – Builds trust with clients and internal stakeholders.

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