Accountant I

ChildFund International; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 480,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

ChildFund International seeks an Accountant I to support financial reporting for the host Country Office in Pasig City, Philippines. This full-time fixed-term role is grant-funded for 7 months and hybrid in-office work.

The successful candidate has a degree in accounting or finance, at least 4 years of general accounting experience, and strong US GAAP/IFRS knowledge. The position reports to the Program Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Associate degree in Accounting or related field; ACCA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• General accounting and bookkeeping; maintain supporting docs and proper coding.
• Cash flow and bank reconciliations; liaise with IO and banks.
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP/IFRS and local tax laws; support audits.
• Support safeguarding and PSEAH policies in daily operations.
• Coordinate with external/internal audits and implement corrective actions.

Skills

General accounting

Tax compliance

Audit support

Financial reporting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor/Associate in Accounting or related field; ACCA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Childfund Work Location

Pasig City, Manila, Philippines

Childfund Division

Global Impact

ChildFund Department

Country Management

Job Details

Position title: Accountant I

Location: Pasig City, Philippines

ChildFund office: ChildFund Foundation, Inc

Manager/Supervisor title: Program Manager

Position type: Full-time fixed term

Work environment: Hybrid

This is a full-time, grant-funded position for 7 months. Hiring of this position is subject to the award of the grant.

About ChildFund

ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization that connects children with the people, resources and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are. We work directly in 23 countries, with extended reach to more than 60 countries through our global partnership network.

ChildFund’s Values

We aspire for every person in our organization—program participants, supporters, staff, and volunteers alike—to feel free, safe, and confident to be themselves. In our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.

ChildFund’s Commitment

ChildFund International has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

About This Role

The Accountant I is responsible for providing accounting and financial reporting services to the host Country Office in accordance with ChildFund Policies and Procedures, US GAAP, as well as local GAAP/IFRS. This role ensures full compliance with applicable statutory and tax requirements, facilitates internal and external audits, and delivers accurate financial reports for analysis and donor reporting. Additionally, the post holder serves as the Global Shared Services (GSS) liaison to the Country Office for all financial accounting and reporting matters.

Required Experience And Education

• Associate’s / Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience; Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) certification preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive work experience in general accounting, financial reporting, and legal/statutory compliance.
• Deep mastery of accounting and finance techniques, international accounting standards (US GAAP/IFRS), and financial regulations governing non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• Demonstrated experience in managing tax compliance, payroll allocations, cash flow management, and supporting external/internal audit processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• General Accounting and Bookkeeping: Ensure all financial transactions have appropriate supporting documentation in compliance with ChildFund policies, donor terms, and sound internal controls. Ensure accurate entry of fund transfers, Check Vouchers, Journal Vouchers, and accounts payable entries. Oversee timely payment processing to suppliers, partners, employees, and third parties. Correctly classify local contributions and sponsorships, ensure accurate payroll allocations across grants/cost centers, process depreciation and amortization entries, and maintain Country Office asset registers through annual counts and reconciliations.
• Cash Flow and Bank Account Management: Reconcile all bank account balances with book balances on a regular basis. Ensure the Country Office maintains adequate liquidity to execute operational and program activities. Liaise with the International Office (IO) and banking partners regarding bank account opening, maintenance, closure, and relationship management.
• Financial Statutory & Tax Compliance: Ensure financial transactions and reports comply with ChildFund accounting policies, US GAAP, and local GAAP/IFRS. Ensure required withholding taxes, social security, and employee benefits are recognized and remitted on time. Maintain compliance with local registration and statutory corporate filing requirements.
• Audit Support: Support coordination of annual external and internal audit implementations, prepare required documentation/schedules, and support the resolution and implementation of audit corrective measures.
• Safeguarding: Remain alert and responsive to any child safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the Child Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) policies and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Child Safeguarding and PSEAH Policies.

Required Competencies

ChildFund’s Core Competencies

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
• Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

Other Required Competencies

• Strong understanding of US GAAP, local GAAP/IFRS, internal controls, segregation of duties, and statutory tax compliance for non-profit/NGO entities.
• High proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office products (Advanced Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Demonstrated ability to manage interpersonal relationships and work effectively in a multicultural, multiethnic, and diverse work environment.
• Self-guided with strong organizational, time management, and planning skills; ability to work independently, remotely, under pressure, and meet strict deadlines.
• Proactive learning orientation with the capability to stay updated on statutory and regulatory policy changes.