Service Associate-Finance (Accounts Payable)

Job Description

The Service Associate-Finance (Accounts Payable) supports the finance team by processing invoices, checking documents, recording expenses, preparing payment requests, reconciling supplier accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates should have a relevant accounting, finance, or business qualification and preferably experience in accounts payable, hotel finance, or general accounting. Familiarity with accounting systems, spreadsheets, invoice controls, and basic tax requirements is useful. The role requires strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and the ability to meet deadlines. Shangri-La expects a professional, service-minded team member who communicates well with colleagues and suppliers and follows company financial policies and internal controls.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a major luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is known for premium accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, business services, and warm Asian-inspired hospitality. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates well-established properties in destinations such as Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. Its hotels employ professionals across rooms, food and beverage, engineering, finance, sales, human resources, and guest services. The company generally emphasizes high service standards, teamwork, integrity, guest satisfaction, and employee development. A finance associate working for Shangri-La can gain valuable experience in hotel accounting, supplier management, purchasing controls, month-end procedures, and the financial operations of an international hospitality business.

Destination Guide

The Philippines offers hospitality, tourism, finance, shared-services, healthcare, education, and technology opportunities, especially in Manila, Cebu, Clark, Davao, Boracay, and Palawan. Each island and region has its own character: Manila is fast-paced and business-focused, Cebu combines urban living with beaches, while Boracay and Palawan are strongly tourism-oriented. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-centered, community-minded, and influenced by Spanish, American, and Asian traditions. Lifestyle ranges from affordable city living to relaxed coastal communities, although traffic, weather disruptions, and infrastructure vary. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa or permit, commonly arranged with assistance from the hiring company; requirements depend on nationality and contract length. Employees should confirm current immigration rules before relocating. Local salaries may be modest compared with Western markets, but everyday costs can be manageable outside central Manila. Health insurance, accommodation, transport, and relocation support should be discussed during recruitment.