Job Description

This is a great opportunity to join one of the country’s leader in the accounting solutions industry.

Company Profile:

Our client is an established, professional and trusted outsourced accounting and finance service provider for businesses in the Philippines. Based in Metro Manila, they help companies achieve real growth through the highest level of professionalism, transparency and innovation in accounting and finance services.

With a portfolio of 300+ client companies worldwide, the have extensive knowledge and expertise across a wide range of markets, sectors and industries. They are experts on the local regulatory and tax compliance regime.

Our client doesn’t require any lock-in periods from our clients. We have full confidence in our services.

Our client is revolutionizing the world of outsourced accounting and finance services through the use of secure online accounting platforms, cloud technology and smart solutions. This enables our client to operate remotely while their clients hold on to the financial controls.

Our client use an ecosystem of proven SAAS tools to help their clients grow and eliminate the need to invest in an expensive ERP. Some of the solutions that they work with include Quickbooks, Xero, Unleashed, Hilsoft and Storehub.

While our client outsourced bookkeeping services are performed online, real humans still take care of your books of accounts. Their team, led by experienced and professional CPAs, are experts in the full range of outsourced accounting and finance services. They are always just one click away.

Our client's services are flexible and can be tailored to any business model, sector or industry. They include:

- Online Bookkeeping

- Tax & Compliance

- Payroll Services

- Regular Financial Reporting

- Payables & Disbursements

- Invoicing & Collections

- Budgets & Financial Planning

- Catch up accounting

- Financial controllership

- Virtual Chief Financial Officer

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with PFRS and other regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee daily accounting activities, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all financial transactions.
• Implement and maintain accounting policies and procedure.

Tax and Other Statutory Compliance

• Oversee tax computation and filings within the statutory deadlines
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all tax and other government compliance reports

People Management

• Mentoring and Coaching of Accounting Associates and Senior Accounting Associates
• Ensures that team members meet efficiency score standards and KPIs.
• Facilitate appropriate trainings and performance management
• Proactively identifies and addresses policy and procedure breaches
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and analyze variances.

• Provide recommendations for cost control and efficiency improvements.

Internal Controls

• Ensures process documentation is complete and updated
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of accounting data
• Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensures accountability for service quality and overall customer satisfaction

Communication and Collaboration

• Work closely with other departments to support overall company goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with external auditors and provide necessary documentation for audits.
• Communicate financial information to management and stakeholders.
• Leads client meetings, handle issue resolutions and key status updates

Customer Relationship

• Ensures that communication is purposeful, timely, and solutions-driven in every customer interaction
• Provide efficiency and transparency, giving clients real-time access and updates
• through the use of innovative cloud-based tools
• Provide clear, consistent, and efficient communication channels that build trust, foster collaboration, and support long-term client relationships.

Requirements

Must-have Skills / Qualification:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Accounting Manager.
• At least 5 years of overall accounting experience.
• Previous client servicing experience is highly preferred.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle accounting and Philippine taxation.
• Preferably from the Gen Z or Millennial generation.

Advantageous:

• Experience in using QuickBooks, Xero, SAP or Oracle.
• International accounting experience is nice to have but not a requirement.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Able to explain complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders and possess an industry expert attitude in providing strategic recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines
• Adherence to legal regulations, ethical guidelines, and corporate policies in all financial dealings.
• Strong Leadership, Team Management and Client Management Skills
• Staying updated with changing accounting standards, regulations, and Technologies.

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9AM-6PM (Manila Time)

Location: Hybrid Setup

Industry: Accounting and Tax Services