Accounting Head

Private Advertiser; Western Visayas; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an Accounting Head to lead the Finance & Accounting functions for a resort operation in the Western Visayas region. You will oversee financial reporting, cash flow management, and internal controls while guiding strategic FP&A initiatives.

The role requires strong accounting governance, tax compliance, and collaboration with the General Manager and department heads to optimize profitability and safeguard assets.

Qualifications

• CPA certification preferred
• 7–12+ years of experience in finance/accounting
• Hospitality or resort experience is a plus
• Strong financial modeling and advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of Philippine tax laws and compliance requirements
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and investment analysis

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Ensure timely month-end closing and accuracy of records
• Supervise accounting team and document procedures
• Coordinate external audits and audit readiness
• Ensure compliance with BIR and regulatory requirements
• Lead FP&A activities, budgeting, variance analysis, and forecasting
• Evaluate capital expenditures and investment viability
• Strengthen internal controls and asset protection

Skills

Financial modeling

Advanced Excel

Budgeting & Forecasting

Investment analysis

Tax compliance

Leadership & mentoring

Education

CPA certification

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Position Title: Accounting Head
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Owner / Treasurer
Supervises:

• Jr. Accounting Officer




• Accounting Assistant




• Purchasing Officer




• Cost Controller




• Cashiers

Coordinates With: General Manager, Purchasing Department, Department Heads
JOB SUMMARY

The Accounting Head is responsible for ensuring the financial integrity, strong internal control environment, and strategic financial planning of the resort.

This role combines both operational finance (accounting, compliance, controls) and strategic finance (forecasting, investment analysis, and decision support).

Ensures:

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial data




• Effective cash flow management




• Strict implementation of internal controls




• Sound financial decision-making and capital allocation

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Prepare and oversee monthly financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)




• Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing




• Maintain integrity of accounting records and general ledger




• Supervise accounting team and ensure proper documentation




• Coordinate external audits and maintain audit readiness




• Ensure compliance with BIR and other regulatory requirements

B. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Manage daily and long-term cash position




• Prepare rolling 12–24 month cash flow forecasts




• Monitor liquidity and working capital




• Maintain banking relationships and support financing requirements




• Evaluate funding options (debt vs internal cash)

C. Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and enforce internal control systems




• Oversee revenue audit and ensure completeness of reported income




• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and approval matrix




• Safeguard company assets and prevent revenue leakage




• Maintain proper audit trail and documentation

D. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the annual budgeting process




• Perform monthly variance analysis with actionable insights




• Develop financial projections and forecasts




• Analyze departmental profitability and cost drivers




• Provide financial insights to support operational improvements

E. Capital Expenditure & Investment Analysis

• Evaluate renovation and expansion projects




• Develop financial models (ROI, IRR, NPV, Payback)




• Assess financial viability of capital investments




• Conduct sensitivity analysis (occupancy, ADR, cost assumptions)




• Support management in capital allocation decisions

F. Leadership & Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance team




• Improve finance processes and reporting systems




• Implement automation and system enhancements




• Strengthen coordination between Finance and Operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred




• 7–12+ years of experience in finance/accounting




• Hospitality or resort experience is an advantage




• Strong financial modeling and advanced Excel skills




• Knowledge of Philippine tax laws and compliance requirements




• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and investment analysis