Accounting Assistant

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Position Description

The Accounting Assistant is responsible for supporting the monthly accounting close, journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and fixed asset system management. Working closely with a remote U.S. accounting team, this role requires managing a front-loaded monthly cadence—focusing heavily on month-end close during the first seven business days, followed by balance sheet reconciliations, process improvements, and ad hoc financial analysis for the remainder of the month.

Functions

• Prepare and post routine and month-end journal entries in support of the monthly financial close process.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, researching and resolving reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Manage the Oracle Fixed Asset system, including tracking asset additions, transfers, disposals, Work in Progress (WIP) assets, and processing monthly depreciation.
• Perform detailed account analysis of Profit & Loss (P&L) accounts prior to month-end close, identifying and escalating unusual variances.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Validate general ledger (GL) coding on corporate accounts payable invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Set up and maintain vendor/supplier records within the accounting system.
• Support transaction accounting overflow work, audit requests, ad hoc analysis, and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1+ years of general accounting experience, including hands-on month-end close responsibilities.
• Experience with Oracle, including the Fixed Asset module, strongly preferred; NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills for seamless cross-border team coordination.
• High attention to detail and proven ability to meet strict close deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining availability during key close periods aligned with U.S. business hours.

Technical Skills

• ERP & Accounting Systems: Oracle (specifically Fixed Assets Module), NetSuite (Plus).
• Core Accounting Knowledge: U.S. GAAP, General Ledger Coding, P&L Analysis, Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• Spreadsheets & Data: Advanced Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: High precision in validating GL coding, calculating depreciation, and reconciling complex accounts.
• Time Management & Deadline Adherence: Discipline to manage a front-loaded workload during the monthly close calendar.
• Analytical Thinking: Capability to spot unusual P&L variances, troubleshoot reconciliation items, and support financial preparation.
• Cross-Border Collaboration: Clear communication and reliability when partnering with remote U.S.-based teams and stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Proactive approach to identifying system efficiencies, project work, and supporting ad hoc initiatives.

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Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 1 year of hands-on general accounting experience, including month-end close activities?
• Do you have hands-on experience preparing and posting journal entries and performing balance sheet account reconciliations?
• Do you have working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and general accounting principles?
• Are you willing and able to work U.S. business hours and meet strict deadlines during the monthly close period?
• Are you willing to start immediately?
• Are you willing to work onsite in Makati City?
• What is your salary expectation for this position?

Work Location: In person