Accounts Payable Analyst

Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We have been active in the Southeast Asian (SEA) Region for more than 45 years and have over 6,500 staff based in over 30 offices across the broader APAC region. Our Philippine Office, established over 30 years ago, with an office in Manila established in 1990, hosts over 200 staff working on local projects in infrastructure, transport, urban planning/design, water, energy, city resilience and buildings.

Our transport planning team in Manila is leading a wide range of exciting and multifaceted local and international projects. Clients include local developers, Local Government Units (LGU), the national government, as well as international development banks and foreign governments.

The Opportunity
Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, providing design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of invoices, staff reimbursements, and related-party transaction payments for the assigned entities in APAC region.

The successful candidate needs to be knowledgeable of the firm's AP policies and local tax regulations, and have attention to detail to identify any anomalies with invoices and claims.

Your role in our team

• Receive, review, and process invoices and staff reimbursement in accordance with established procedures.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies, and ensure accurate and timely payment to vendors, subconsultants, and employees.
• Gather new supplier or updated records, including supplier information, payment terms, and contact details.
• Resolve vendor inquiries and escalate any major incidents/ issues to the Line Manager in a timely and professional manner.
• Process monthly accruals and prepayments for expenses relating to accounts payable activities.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close process, including preparation of account reconciliations, analysis of account balances, and other tasks as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with global standard policies and procedures, as well as relevant laws and regulations.
• Prepare regular reports on accounts payable activities, including aging reports, and other ad-hoc reports as required.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• At least 4 - 5 years of relevant experience in accounts payable and general accounting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong attention to detail and emphasis on accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience with JDE and Concur systems is preferred.
• Experience with ANZ countries is preferred
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

What We Offer You
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Your life at Arup - Arup

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