Job description
Position/Title: Sr. Finance Specialist – General Accounting / Corporate Performance Management (CPM)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Set-Up: Hybrid (Initial 2 months onsite for training; Hybrid thereafter with onsite presence as needed for client/project/event requirements)
Role Level: Mid-Level
Shift: Dayshift | Supporting APAC Work Calendar
Top Skills: SAP, CPM, General Accounting, Project P&L Support, MS Office
Role Purpose
The Senior Finance Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely input of finance-related data into enterprise systems such as SAP and CPM. This role supports project managers by ensuring financial data integrity, validating cost-related entries, and applying core finance knowledge (e.g., debit/credit, margin review). The specialist may also take over financial responsibilities when project managers are unable to cover finance items, particularly related to profit and loss tracking.
Key Accountabilities
Transaction Recording & Validation
- Record finance-related data in systems like SAP and CPM.
- Validate entries against source documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Maintain and update recorded transactions as needed.
Business Coordination & Issue Resolution
- Liaise with relevant business units to resolve concerns related to finance or project data.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of business requests.
- Align with project managers to update project plans and financial components.
Finance Fundamentals
- Apply working knowledge of accounting principles including debit/credit, margin review, and cost validation.
- Support financial aspects of projects when project managers are unavailable, especially for profit and loss tracking.
System Use & Compliance
- Utilize ERP systems (SAP and CPM) effectively for finance-related tasks.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of CPM functionalities relevant to finance operations.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
Collaboration & Communication
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders across teams.
- Handle multiple projects/accounts and manage workload during peak periods.
Other Duties
- Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
Qualifications
Must-Have Skills
- Minimum 3 years of experience in General Accounting within a Global Shared Services environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or any business-related course.
- Proficient in SAP and CPM systems.
- Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid understanding of finance fundamentals (e.g., debit/credit, margin review, cost validation).
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is a plus.
- Familiarity with project P&L concepts.
- Ability to work extended hours during peak periods.
- Willingness to work on Philippine holidays.