Accounting and Reporting Specialist | Taguig

Private Advertiser; Taguig; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Taguig, Philippines seeks an Accounting and Reporting Specialist to manage IFRS and statutory reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, and quarterly/annual group reporting. You will collaborate with stakeholders, support audits, and contribute to process improvements in a dynamic shared services environment.

The role requires a accounting/finance degree, 2+ years of experience, IFRS knowledge, and SAP/Excel skills. Proactive teamwork and strong English are essential.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting or Finance with CPA/ACCA/CIMA preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in finance/accounting or external audit.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and statutory audit experience is a plus.
• Experience with SAP and Excel is desirable.

Responsibilities

• IFRS and statutory reporting: prepare monthly entries and reconciliations.
• Prepare quarterly and annual group reports in line with IFRS.
• Support audits and financial statement disclosures.
• Update process documents and user manuals.
• Aim for continuous improvement and KPI targets.
• Assist in UAT and controls (JSOX) as applicable.
• Partner with business units to deliver timely accounting information.

Skills

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/ACCA/CIMA certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounting and Reporting Specialist

Location

Taguig, Philippines

Key Responsibilities

• IFRS and Statutory Reporting:

  • Analyze and prepare monthly accounting entries (accruals, reclassifications, prepaid expenses, fixed assets) based on agreed principles and SLAs.

  • Analyze and prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations based on standard IFRS accounting principles and SLAs.

  • Analyze and prepare quarterly and annual reports for group reporting in compliance with IFRS accounting principles and SLAs.

  • Work closely with relevant stakeholders for statutory audits, financial statement preparation, and disclosure preparation.

• Process Documentation:

  • Support the team manager and subject matter experts in the regular review and update of process documentation, including user manuals and process flows.

• Continuous Improvement:

  • Achieve operational targets and KPI metrics.

  • Continually expand knowledge of SAP, accounting/tax principles, and business processes to maintain a high level of professionalism.

  • Support process improvement initiatives and analyze their impact on group activities in close collaboration with colleagues.

  • Support team managers and experts during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), as applicable.

• Control and Compliance:

  • Perform assigned internal control (JSOX) and operational controls in accordance with established documentation.

  • Escalate control failures and ensure proper mitigation actions are put in place.

• Business Partnering and Teamwork:

  • Liaise with business unit accountants, controllers, and relevant departments to deliver reliable and timely accounting information.

  • Handle ad hoc tasks delegated by management.

  • Provide support and assistance to other shared service teams within the area of responsibility.

  • Participate in local and global projects as assigned.

  • Assist in training and onboarding other Accounting and Reporting team members.

Qualifications

• Education & Certifications:

  • University degree in Accounting or Finance.

  • A professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA is preferred/desired.

• Work Experience:

  • At least 2 years of experience in a finance/accounting department or external auditing firm.

  • Financial reporting background with IFRS is a plus.

  • Experience supporting internal/external audits, including tax and statutory audits.

  • Experience with systems and shared service migration activities is a plus.

• Functional & Technical Skills:

  • Strong background in general accounting principles (intercompany, fixed assets, inventories, leases, receivables/payables, accruals).

  • Solid background in financial reporting, financial statement preparation, accounts reconciliation, and management reporting packages.

  • Working knowledge of IFRS, Tax, and SOX compliance.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with an intermediate level in Microsoft Excel required.

  • Working knowledge of SAP is a plus.

• Soft Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong command of oral and written English; knowledge of additional regional languages is a plus.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines.

  • Open-minded, proactive, and adaptable to process changes and continuous improvement.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.