Accountant (Accounts Payable)

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a General Accountant to join our Accounting & Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, ensuring accurate and timely recording of transactions, preparing financial schedules and reports, supporting forecasting and cash flow activities, and assisting with accounts payable, compliance, and financial reporting requirements.

The role requires strong attention to detail, analytical skills, accounting knowledge, and the ability to meet recurring reporting deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Account Management

• Maintain and monitor assigned accounts to ensure accurate recording and proper recognition of transactions in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and maintain manual schedules for balance sheet accounts, including:
• Advances to Suppliers
• Advances to Employees
• Right-of-Use Assets and Lease Liabilities
• Accounts Payable
• Accrued Purchases
• Deferred Tax Liabilities
• Operating Expenses
• Other Income/Loss
• Intercompany Accounts Payable Balances
• Perform account reconciliation and investigate discrepancies as needed.

2. Cash Flow and Cash Commentaries

• Assist in the preparation of the Direct Method Cash Flow Statement.
• Identify and analyze material discrepancies and provide supporting explanations.

3. Actual Financial Reporting

• Prepare weekly financial statement drafts based on the required reporting cut-off.
• Prepare monthly actual submission templates and clear validation issues.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial information submitted within established deadlines.

4. Financial Reporting Attachments

• Prepare account analysis for operating expenses (OPEX).
• Prepare actual vs. forecast variance analysis.
• Provide variance explanations for N+3, 3+9, and succeeding forecast periods.

5. Rolling Cash Forecast

• Prepare the disbursement section of the rolling cash forecast.
• Ensure cash forecast information is timely, complete, and accurate.

6. N+3 / 3+9 Forecasts

• Assist in the preparation of forecasts for OPEX and other financial items included in N+3, 3+9, and succeeding forecast reports.
• Provide supporting schedules and analysis as required.

7. Inventory Status

• Prepare timely and accurate inventory aging reports covering various inventory types based on established UCCAP requirements.
• Monitor inventory status and provide supporting information for management reporting.

8. Regular Disbursements

• Review and prepare Accounts Payable (AP) vouchers.
• Prepare BIR Form 2307 and related documentation.
• Process and attend to payment requests in coordination with concerned departments.
• Ensure proper documentation and accounting treatment of disbursements.

9. Other Accounting Responsibilities

• Assist with Accounts Receivable, compliance, audit requirements, and financial reporting activities.
• Perform other accounting-related tasks and special assignments that may be provided by the Accounting Manager or immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Preferably a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), but non-CPA candidates with relevant experience are welcome to apply.
• At least 2–3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in general accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, or financial analysis.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Experience in account reconciliation, financial schedules, variance analysis, and cash flow reporting.
• Knowledge of BIR requirements, including preparation of BIR Form 2307.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with different departments.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• General Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Account Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable
• Cash Flow Management
• Budget and Forecast Analysis
• Variance Analysis
• Tax and Regulatory Compliance
• Inventory Analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Time Management

Pay: Php20,000.00 - Php40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for promotion
• Paid training
• Promotion to permanent employee
• Work from home

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mandaluyong: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPA (Preferred)

Location:

• Mandaluyong (Preferred)

Work Location: In person