Accounting Head

CEC Construction Corporation; Pasig; On-site; PHP 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company based in Metro Manila is looking for an Accounting Head to oversee the entire accounting function. The role involves managing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with regulations, and effective project-based accounting management. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of financial reporting, project accounting, and leadership skills. They will supervise the accounting team and manage budgeting processes while ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and taxation.
• Familiar with project accounting and cost control.
• Proficient in accounting systems and advanced Excel.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and internal control initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall accounting operations and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Manage project costing and budget monitoring in construction.
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting and implement internal controls.
• Monitor project cash flow and financial health per project.
• Lead construction/project accounting, costing, and budget monitoring.
• Oversee progress billings, retention, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure accurate cost allocation per project.
• Coordinate with project engineers and site teams.
• Ensure compliance with tax filings and audits (BIR VAT/EWT, SEC, LGU).
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes; implement internal controls and cost management strategies.
• Identify financial risks and propose mitigation.
• Lead and supervise accounting staff; provide training and performance management.

Skills

Financial reporting

Project accounting

Cost control

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Project Costing & Budgeting

Revenue Recognition

Cost Allocation by Project

Compliance & Reporting

Tax Filing & Audits

Budgeting & Controls

Internal Controls

Leadership & Team Management

Staff Supervision

Training & Performance Mgmt

PFRS/GAAP

Excel Proficiency

Accounting Systems Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

The Accounting Head is responsible for overseeing the entire accounting function of the company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with government regulations, and effective management of project-based accounting in a construction environment.

• Financial Management
• Oversee general accounting operations (GL, AP, AR, Payroll, Treasury)
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Monitor the company's cash flow per project and financial health
• Construction / Project Accounting
• Manage project costing and budget monitoring
• Oversee progress billings, retention, and revenue recognition
• Ensure accurate cost allocation per project
• Coordinate with the project engineers and site teams
• Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure compliance with BIR tax filing (VAT, EWT, etc), SEC, and LGU requirements
• Oversee tax filings and audits
• Budgeting & Controls
• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting
• Implement internal controls and cost management strategies
• Identify financial risks and recommend solutions
• Leadership & Team Management
• Supervise accounting staff (Accountants, Payroll, AP/AR)
• Review team output and ensure deadlines are met
• Provide training and performance management

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and taxation
• Familiar with project accounting and cost control
• Proficient in accounting systems and advanced Excel
• Knowledge of PFRS/GAAP

Competencies

• Leadership and people management
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Integrity and confidentiality