Manager, Accounts Payable

About Workato
Workato delivers enterprise infrastructure for the agentic era, redefining iPaaS and helping enterprises unify data, applications, processes, and AI into a single, governed platform. A leader in Enterprise MCP and trusted by 50% of the Fortune 500, Workato’s cloud-native architecture connects every application, data source, and process to power real-time orchestration at scale. With enterprise-grade security and continuous innovation at its core, Workato provides the trusted foundation for organizations to automate with confidence and operationalize AI across the business. To learn more, visit
Why join us?
Ultimately, Workato believes in fostering a flexible, trust-oriented culture that empowers everyone to take full ownership of their roles. We are driven by innovation and looking for team players who want to actively build our company. 
But, we also believe in balancing productivity with self-care. That’s why we offer all of our employees a vibrant and dynamic work environment along with a multitude of benefits they can enjoy inside and outside of their work lives. 
If this sounds right up your alley, please submit an application. We look forward to getting to know you!
Also, feel free to check out why:
Business Insider named us an “enterprise startup to bet your career on”
Forbes’ Cloud 100 recognized us as one of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world
Deloitte Tech Fast 500 ranked us as the 17th fastest growing tech company in the Bay Area, and 96th in North America
Quartz ranked us the #1 best company for remote workers
Responsibilities
Workato Philippines, Inc. is seeking a highly detail-oriented, proactive, and process-driven Accounts Payable Specialist to join our growing Finance team. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of vendor invoices and payments while delivering a high level of service to both internal and external stakeholders, and will report directly to the Director, Accounting based in Singapore with dotted line to Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, based in the Philippines
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Accounts Payable Operations & Team Management
Manage and oversee end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and payment processing across multiple entities
Supervise, mentor, and support the Accounts Payable Specialist to ensure high-quality execution, accountability, and adherence to company policies and service standards
Ensure invoices and payment requests are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies, approval workflows, and internal controls
Review and validate invoice accuracy, vendor details, tax treatment, PO matching, accurate coding, approval requirements, and supporting documentation completeness
Oversee vendor onboarding processes, vendor master maintenance, and compliance documentation requirements
Monitor AP aging, pending approvals, disputed invoices, and unresolved items to ensure timely resolution and escalation where necessary
Maintain strong responsiveness to internal and external stakeholders and proactively drive issues through closure
Coordinate with procurement, accounting, tax, treasury, HR, and business stakeholders to resolve invoice, payment, and reimbursement-related concerns efficiently
Support the development and implementation of scalable AP policies, procedures, and internal controls across the organization
Month-End Close & AP Accruals
Lead month-end AP closing activities, including preparation, review, and analysis of AP accruals
Ensure completeness and accuracy of accrued expenses, invoice cut-off procedures, and reconciliation schedules
Prepare AP aging reports, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for financial reporting purposes
Collaborate closely with the broader accounting team to ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes
Analyze AP trends and accrual balances to identify risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities for process improvements
Audit, Compliance & Tax Management
Lead the preparation and coordination of Accounts Payable-related audit support for annual group audits and local statutory audits to ensure timely and efficient audit completion
Manage and maintain organized records, invoice repositories, supporting documentation, tax records, and audit schedules within designated folders and systems to support audit readiness, facilitate timely audit closure, and assist the Compliance team in ensuring accurate reporting and proper documentation of indirect taxes, withholding taxes, and other statutory tax requirements
Oversee VAT/GST and withholding tax compliance processes to ensure accurate tax treatment, reporting, supporting documentation, and regulatory compliance in accordance with local statutory requirements, while partnering closely with the Compliance team to support proper filing, reporting, and documentation of all indirect, withholding, and related taxes across jurisdictions
Liaise with third-party outsourced accounting and tax teams in the Philippines, Korea, India, and China to ensure proper withholding tax treatment on vendor invoices and timely preparation of documentation required for vendor tax credit claims
Monitor regulatory and tax requirement changes across supported regions and assess operational impact on AP processes and controls
Partner closely with Accounting, Tax, Compliance, and external advisors to ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness
Employee Expense & Policy Compliance
Oversee employee expense report processing and ensure compliance with company travel and expense policies, internal controls, and applicable tax regulations
Review employee reimbursements to ensure proper classification, complete supporting documentation, and accurate accounting treatment
Ensure employee expense transactions are appropriately reviewed and supported to comply with statutory and tax reporting requirements
Identify policy non-compliance, unusual transactions, or process gaps and proactively drive corrective actions and process improvements
Partner with employees, managers, HR, and Finance stakeholders to continuously improve expense management processes and employee experience while maintaining governance and compliance standards
Process Improvement, Automation & AI Transformation
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across AP operations to enhance scalability, efficiency, accuracy, compliance, and internal controls
Identify process bottlenecks, operational inefficiencies, repetitive manual activities, and control gaps, and implement sustainable automation solutions
Lead AP transformation initiatives focused on workflow automation, invoice automation, intelligent document processing, and AI-enabled finance operations
Champion an AI-first and automation-first mindset within the AP function by continuously evaluating opportunities to leverage AI technologies to improve operational performance and employee/vendor experience
Partner with Finance Systems, IT, Procurement, and business stakeholders to optimize procure-to-pay (P2P) workflows and system integrations
Evaluate and recommend process improvements using automation platforms, ERP capabilities, workflow tools, and AI-driven technologies
Develop scalable AP workflows and standardized operating procedures to support the company’s rapid growth and global operations
Utilize data analytics, reporting tools, and AI-assisted insights to identify trends, improve decision-making, reduce cycle times, and strengthen financial controls
Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within the Finance organization
Stay current on emerging AI, automation, and finance technology trends and proactively recommend practical applications within AP operations
Automation & AI Mindset
We are specifically looking for someone who:
Has a strong automation-first and AI-first mindset
Is passionate about modernizing finance operations through technology and innovation
Continuously seeks opportunities to streamline workflows, eliminate repetitive manual tasks, and improve operational efficiency
Is comfortable working with workflow automation platforms, ERP systems, AI-enabled business process solutions, and emerging technologies
Thinks strategically about how AP processes can scale efficiently while improving accuracy, compliance, controls, and stakeholder experience
Can lead change management initiatives related to finance transformation and operational modernization
Embraces continuous learning and experimentation with AI tools and automation technologies to improve business outcomes
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field
Minimum 8-10  years of Accounts Payable or general accounting experience, preferably within a multinational or fast-paced technology environment
Minimum 3–4 years of experience leading or supervising AP staff or shared services operations
Strong understanding of AP operations, procure-to-pay (P2P) processes, financial controls, and month-end close activities
Working knowledge of local GAAP and U.S. GAAP, with the ability to ensure accounts payable activities are recorded, reconciled, and reported in accordance with applicable accounting standards and internal controls.
Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing AP accruals and reconciliations
Strong knowledge of VAT/GST and withholding tax requirements and practical application in invoice processing
Proven experience driving AP process improvements, finance transformation, or automation initiatives
Experience working with automation tools, workflow systems, AI-enabled solutions, or process optimization initiatives is highly preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to assess invoice compliance and identify process gaps
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience using ERP systems such as NetSuite, Coupa, Levelpath, or similar platforms
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace tools
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting global AP operations or shared services environments
Exposure to AI-enabled finance operations, intelligent workflow automation, or digital transformation projects
Experience partnering with outsourced accounting or tax service providers across Asia-Pacific regions
Continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, or process optimization experience is highly preferred
Experience working in a SaaS or technology company environment is a plus
(REQ ID: 2815)