Executive, Accounting

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

• Location: Manila
• Department: Finance
• Entity: PAA
• Status: Full-Time

YOUR ROLE AS A:

As an Executive, Accounting you'll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of our financial operations. You will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reconciling financial transactions related to airline operations — from flight services and ground handling to fuel, catering, and other aviation-related expenditures.

WHAT YOU'LL CHAMPION:

• Process and verify supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals.
• Maintain up-to-date records of payables and monitor payment schedules to meet contractual terms.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with internal departments and suppliers.
• Track and monitor costs related to flight operations, maintenance, ground handling, catering, fuel, and other airline-related expenses.
• Prepare AP-related reports and assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, company accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audit processes by providing accurate and timely documentation.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in AP workflows.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Bachelor's degree in any business course (preferably CPA).
• Minimum 2–3 years of work experience in accounting or related fields.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

WHERE YOU'LL GO:

Today an Executive Accounting, tomorrow a Finance Specialist or Finance Manager. Many of our Allstars have grown their careers by taking ownership and driving improvements in financial operations. Based on your performance and contribution, you'll progress to roles with broader responsibilities, such as Finance Specialist, where you'll oversee end-to-end financial management, reporting, and strategy to support AirAsia's growth.

WHAT YOU'LL ENJOY:

• Physical Wellbeing: Key medical and insurance benefits, maternity expenses, flexible work arrangement, and health and fitness amenities.
• Emotional Wellbeing: Paid time off, wellness programmes, and childcare amenities.
• Financial Wellbeing: Resources relating to financial, personal skills, and career growth programmes.
• Allstars Specials: Free flights, unlimited discounted flights, and exclusive discounts with partners.
• A unique Allstar culture like no other

OUR HIRING PROCESS:

• Application received
• Candidate screening
• Interview(s) and assessment(s)
• Background check and/or other assessments
• Offer and negotiation

GET TO KNOW AIRASIA:

AirAsia is the leading low-cost airline in Asia, connecting millions of people across the region with safe, reliable, and affordable flights. Our mission is simple: to make air travel accessible for everyone while delivering world-class service and experiences in the skies.

GET TO KNOW US:

Our story begins in 2001 with a dream, two planes and a 40 million ringgit debt. You'll know us as the 'Now Everyone Can Fly' airline (if you don't, we're definitely older than you).

Today, we're more than just an airline. We're Capital A - a world-class brand that wears many hats. Our mission is to connect people and transform lives in Asean.

Above all, we're Allstars. We believe in the unbelievable and we dare to dream. We also believe in celebrating all individuals. So no matter your culture and background or if you prefer aisle seat to window seat, we're excited to have you onboard.

We are all different - one talent to another - that is how we rely on our differences. At AirAsia, you will be treated fairly and given all chances to be your best.We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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