The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of accounting functions, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial records. This role is crucial to the smooth operation of our finance department and offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth. The Senior Accountant will assist in managing the financial records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial information, supporting the finance team in daily operations, and contributing to financial reporting.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

• Core Accounting and Compliance
• Financial Reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with PFRS and company policy.
• Collaborate with department heads to gather relevant data and assumptions.
• Analyze variances and provide meaningful insights to management.
• General Ledger (GL) Management
• Oversee the integrity of the General Ledger, including complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closing procedures.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and other adjustments, in compliance with accounting standards.
• Accurately input financial data into accounting software and maintain financial databases.
• Tax Compliance
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all local tax returns (BIR - e.g., VAT, Income Tax, Withholding Taxes) and compliance with relevant government agencies (SEC, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG)
• Assist in the preparation of tax returns and ensure compliance with local tax regulations and identify areas for improvement and efficiency before and during audit
• Core Accounting Activities
•  Process invoices, manage payments, and ensure timely collections. Reconcile accounts as needed
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial records
• Fixed Asset - maintaining and reconciling fixed asset
• Client invoicing - ensure that computation is accurate and sent on the required deadline
• Management Reporting & Analysis
• Executive Reporting
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives.
• Build models initially via excel to support forecasting.
• Prepare detailed and insightful financial reports and presentations for the Financial Controller and Senior Management/Executives
• Strategic Analysis
• Prepare and present regular financial reports for executive leadership.
• Conduct Profitability Analysis, margin analysis, and ad-hoc financial studies to support business decision-making and identify areas for cost reduction or revenue enhancement..
• Financial Analysis - Conduct preliminary analysis of financial data to support decision-making

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or any Finance related course
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting or audit, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
• Proven experience with complex financial transactions, consolidations, and a deep understanding of PFRS
• Expert-level proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, advanced formulas for data modeling)
• In-depth knowledge of current Philippine tax laws (NIRC, TRAIN Law) and BIR compliance procedures.
• Familiarity with local government requirements.
• Strong ability to analyze complex financial data, identify anomalies, and translate financial results into actionable business insights
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills; ability to prepare and deliver professional, clear, and concise reports and presentations to all levels of management.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Quickbooks and Xero) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team