Associate, Financial Statement Accounting

Job Summary

The Associate, Financial Statement Accounting is responsible for preparing and reviewing accurate, timely financial statements and supporting day-to-day accounting operations for clients. This role partners with U.S.-based Managers and Associates to execute engagements, communicate status and issues, and help ensure work is delivered in accordance with professional standards, agreed scope, and quality expectations. The incumbent also applies project management and workflow discipline, contributes ideas and insights to improve client outcomes, and demonstrates increasing ownership across multiple concurrent engagements.

Job Duties:

·       Prepares and reviews accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements

·       Manages and oversees day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities

·       Applies quality and compliance standards to work performed; monitors timeliness, accuracy, and scope to help prevent scope creep

·       Works independently, anticipates project risks, and proactively addresses questions or issues before they impact delivery

·       Collaborates with U.S.-based Managers and Associates to remain aligned on priorities, status, and engagement needs; analyzes problems and recommends solutions

·       Communicates project progress, issues, and resolutions to clients in a professional and timely manner

·       Contributes insights and recommendations informed by trends and developments within clients’ industries

·       Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance across engagement workpapers and systems

·       Implements and follows project management practices and defined workflows to support consistent delivery

·       Promotes continuous learning while developing leadership and interpersonal skills

·       Demonstrates progression in complexity, responsibility, and number of projects managed

·       Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

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Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, OR five (5) years’ experience in Public Accounting or Professional Services industry, preferred

Experience:

• One (1) or more years of experience preparing financial statements and supporting general accounting functions (AP/AR/GL), required
• Demonstrated progression in responsibility across multiple concurrent client engagements, preferred

Certifications:

·       N/A

Licensure:

·       N/A

Software:

·       N/A

Language:

·       English, required

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of financial statements and general accounting processes
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and accountability for accurate work
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines; strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client-facing communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; ability to recommend practical solutions
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with distributed teams
• Growth mindset and commitment to continual learning and professional development

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Work Environment:

• May require occasional extended hours during reporting periods.

• As part of our commitment to maintaining a high standard of integrity and compliance in our hiring process, all offers of employment for positions based in the Philippines are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

  By applying for this role, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • You may be required to provide personal and professional information necessary to initiate the background screening process.
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  As part of HORNE’s commitment to hiring highly qualified professionals, certain roles may require completion of a technical assessment as part of the recruitment process.

  By applying to this role, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • A role-specific technical evaluation may be administered to assess your skills, competencies, and alignment with the job requirements.
  • The assessment may include a live or timed evaluation, problem-solving exercises, case studies, or written responses based on the nature of the position (e.g., Tax, Audit, Admin, or Technical roles).
  • You may be required to complete the assessment independently or during a scheduled session coordinated via Zoom and/or with a representative from the recruiting agency.
  • Results from this assessment will be reviewed by the hiring team and may factor into final hiring decisions.
  • Assessments are designed to ensure fairness and consistency in the evaluation process. Any form of dishonesty or assistance during the assessment may result in disqualification.

  Candidates will be informed if a technical assessment is part of the process during the initial screening. If you require accommodations or have concerns about the assessment process, please notify your recruiter in advance.