Accountant II

RELX International; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Country-specific benefits

Job summary

RELX International is seeking a detail-oriented accountant to perform general accounting activities, including ledger maintenance and financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies. The role covers fixed assets, project accounting, lease accounting, and related reporting, emphasizing internal controls and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Experience with ERPs (SAP/Oracle) and advanced Excel.
• Strong documentation, organization and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with deadlines.
• Independent yet a strong team player with process focus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fixed assets records and project-related activities.
• Prepare asset additions/disposals/adjustments and related docs.
• Post journal entries for fixed assets, projects, and leases.
• Prepare capitalization reports and P&L analyses for costs.
• Coordinate asset verification, tagging and inventory checks.
• Support fixed asset/project accounting policies and controls.
• Analyze variances and support process improvements.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Process improvement mindset

Multi-tasking under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP/Oracle ERP

MS Access

MS Project

Job description

Job Summary

Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements such as balance sheets, profit-and-loss statements, and capital expenditure schedules. Prepares, records, analyzes, and reports accounting transactions and ensures the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles.

Accountabilities

• Maintain accurate records and exercise control over the company's fixed assets and project-related financial activities.
• Prepare supporting documentation for fixed asset additions, disposals, transfers, and adjustments.
• Process and maintain fixed asset transactions within the asset management system.
• Prepare and monitor schedules, lease agreements, and related accounting records for lease accounting activities.
• Prepare capitalization reports and profit and loss contra expense analyses for labor, contractor, and project-related costs.
• Monitor ongoing and newly established projects to ensure compliance with capitalization policies and thresholds.
• Analyze and investigate significant variances and fluctuations in project, fixed asset, and related profit and loss accounts.
• Prepare movement schedules for capitalized development costs and projects in progress for reporting purposes.
• Perform lease liability classification between current and non-current portions in accordance with accounting and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to fixed assets, projects, and lease accounting transactions.
• Generate, review, and distribute fixed asset and project accounting reports to stakeholders.
• Maintain asset documentation, records retention, and electronic/physical asset files in compliance with company policies.
• Support the development, enhancement, and implementation of fixed asset and project accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate asset verification, inventory activities, and asset tagging to ensure accuracy of fixed asset records.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance within the Project Accounting function.
• Preparation of movement schedule for capitalized development and pre-published accounts for FCCS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related course
• Experience with ERPs (e.g. SAP, Oracle, etc); PC proficient - strong experience with Microsoft Excel (advanced excel skills a plus), Word, PowerPoint; experience with MS Access and Project a plus
• Logical thinker who constantly think of process improvements
• Good documentation skills
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced setting; able to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Good interpersonal skills; and ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be independent yet a strong team player
• Ability to quickly learn and apply enterprise AI tools and technologies to support technical workflows and business objectives

We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits.

We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.

We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.