Vendor Set Up Specialist Associate (AC Manila)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center Manila and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Vendor Set Up Specialist Associate, you will play a crucial role in maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice and solutions. Within our Risk and Compliance practice, you will help organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. As an Associate, you will focus on learning and contributing to client engagement and projects while developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients to learn how to build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center Manila, you will provide advisory and practical support to teams across a wide range of specialist risk and compliance areas. You will be expected to adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, taking ownership and consistently delivering quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. As you navigate through the firm, you will build a brand for yourself, opening doors to more opportunities.

Responsibilities

- Handling data entry associated with onboarding third-party vendors into internal client systems
- Gathering documentation, performing data entry, submitting requests for approvals, and preparing vendor readiness for payment
- Operating in a high-volume environment, partnering with Procurement P2P, AP/Finance, and Legal to confirm accurate vendor master data and timely
payment enablement
- Supporting risk management and compliance initiatives by providing advisory and practical assistance to teams
- Navigating complex regulatory landscapes to enhance internal controls and mitigate risks effectively
- Collaborating with diverse teams to deliver quality work and drive value for clients
- Gathering and analyzing information from various sources to identify patterns and inform decision-making
- Adapting to a fast-paced environment and working with a variety of clients and team members
- Applying a learning mindset to take ownership of personal development and growth
- Handling confidential information with discretion and integrity
- Actively listening and asking questions to clarify understanding and express ideas clearly
- Upholding professional and technical standards, including adherence to the firm's code of conduct and independence requirements

What You Must Have

- At least 1 year of experience in vendor onboarding, P2P, Accounts Payable, procurement operations, or master data management
Proficiency with SAP and vendor master processes
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree
- Client service associate positions are entry-level roles intended for job seekers who are completing or have recently completed their final academic year of educational requirements.
- Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

- Strong data entry accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage high volumes while meeting SLAs
- Working knowledge of tax documentation (W-9/W-8 and international equivalents), banking verification, and payment readiness concepts
- Intermediate Excel skills and comfort with enterprise systems or ticketing tools
- Demonstrating intellectual curiosity and a learning mindset
- Excelling in active listening and communication
- Handling confidential information with discretion
- Adapting to diverse client needs and team dynamics
- Building commercial awareness and understanding business operations
- Applying professional and technical standards consistently

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Job Posting End Date