Payment Specialist (Temporary)

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Role Type: Temporary (12 months)

Line Manager: Commercial Payments Team Lead

Duty Post: Taguig, Metro Manila

Payment Specialist (Temporary)

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about delivering accurate, timely, and compliant financial services? JTI GBS Manila is looking for a Payment Specialist to manage end-to-end payment processing activities. For a 12 month-period, you will play a vital part in ensuring operational excellence and compliance with internal policies, while supporting our global markets and working closely with cross-functional teams. If you’re looking for a career that values precision, process improvement, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electronic Payment Processing: Execute daily payment runs, verify banking details, coordinate with internal teams on rejected payments, and ensure accurate and timely execution of all electronic transactions.
• Manual Payment Processing: Create and process manual payments via Electronic Banking System (EBS), ensure SAP entries are recorded, and manage ad-hoc queries. Ensure all requests meet value and period-end deadlines.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to Global Operating Guidelines, internal procedures, and JSOX controls. Execute controls accurately and on time to meet internal and external audit standards.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Ensure accurate vendor payments, generate reports as needed, and proactively identify opportunities to improve current processes and performance.
• Team & Project Support: Support team targets, collaborate with other Payment Specialists, and participate in cross-functional initiatives and GBS projects. Deliver excellent support to entities by understanding their operational needs and resolving payment-related concerns.

What We’re Looking For:

• University Degree in Accounting or a related field
• At least 2-3 years of accounting experience, at least 1 year in Payments (required)
• Hands-on experience with Electronic Banking Systems (ACH/Swift) is a huge plus
• Intermediate proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS), internal controls, and tax accounting
• Experience in SAP and Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of enterprise structure and financial governance is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work collaboratively

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.