Accounting Controller

SYSGEN RPO; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSGEN RPO is seeking an Accounting Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and strengthen internal controls. You will lead month-end closes, coordinate audits, and work with senior leadership on budgeting and forecasting.

The role requires IFRS knowledge, CPA certification, and at least 5 years of controllership experience, ideally in an auditing environment. Collaboration with the CFO and junior staff is a key part of the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or CPA required.
• Minimum 5 years in accounting or controllership, preferably in audit.
• Strong understanding of PFRS.
• Proficiency in Excel and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations).
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes across multiple entities.
• Prepare internal financial statements.
• Ensure IFRS, tax compliance and company policies.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Maintain robust internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Collaborate with CFO on planning, forecasting, and budgeting; assist in variance analyses and management reports.
• Supervise junior accounting staff or outsourced partners.
• Optimize accounting workflows using Xero and other financial systems.
• Support financial reporting for investors, lenders, and senior leadership.

Skills

Audit experience

Analytical skills

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The Accounting Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls. This role leads financial close processes, supports budgeting and forecasting, coordinates audits, and works closely with senior leadership to provide reliable financial insights for decision-making and stakeholder reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes across multiple entities
• Prepare internal financial statements,
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and company policies
• Assist in preparing audit documentation and coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and accounting procedures
• Collaborate with the CFO on financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting assists in budget vs. actual analyses, and management reports
• Supervise and support junior accounting staff or outsourced accounting partners
• Optimize accounting workflows using Xero and other financial systems
• Support financial reporting needs for investors, lenders, and senior leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or controllership, preferably in Audit
• Strong understanding of PFRS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
• Experience with audit preparation and financial controls
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.