Accounting Manager

Philippine-Japan Active Carbon Corporation; Davao del Sur; Presencial; PHP 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

HMO

13th Month Pay

Employee Loan

Pag-Ibig Fund

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Performance Bonus

Annual Appraisal

Health Care On-Site

On-site parking

Transportation service provided

Company Christmas gift

Paid training

Promotion to permanent employee

Company events

Descripción de la vacante

Philippine-Japan Active Carbon Corporation seeks an Accounting Manager to lead all accounting and financial reporting activities. You will ensure compliance with standards, tax regulations, and internal controls while guiding the team to accuracy and continuous improvement.

You will oversee budgeting, forecast planning, and stakeholder reporting, coordinating audits and regulatory filings. The role requires CPA or equivalent and at least five years in accounting with supervisory experience.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Finance, or related field.
• CPA is preferred and advantageous.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or corporate accounting is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive accounting experience; 2–3 years in supervision/management.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee preparation, review, and timely submission of financial statements and management reports.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities and reconciliations.
• Ensure regulatory and tax compliance and maintain internal controls.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital; provide financial analysis for decision making.
• Lead and develop the accounting team; coordinate audits and risk management.
• Drive process improvements and ERP system enhancements.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, and tax consultants.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Budgeting

Financial Analysis

Internal Controls

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Financial Reporting

Taxation

Audit

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Accounting Technology/Finance

CPA is preferred

Herramientas

ERP systems

Accounting software

Financial reporting tools

Descripción del empleo

Philippine-Japan Active Carbon Corporation

Job Description

Employee Recognition and Rewards

Performance Bonus, Annual Appraisal, Employee Recognition Program

Government Mandated Benefits

13th Month Pay, Employee Loan, Pag-Ibig Fund, Paid Holidays

Insurance Health & Wellness

Health Care On-Site, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, HMO

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Employee Assistance Program, Professional Development

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all accounting and financial reporting activities of the company. The position ensures compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, statutory requirements, and internal control policies while providing accurate financial information to support business decisions. The Accounting Manager also leads the accounting team in maintaining sound financial management practices and continuous process improvements.

Core Duties:

• Manage Financial Accounting and Reporting – Oversee the preparation, review, and timely submission of financial statements, management reports, and accounting records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Lead Month-End and Year-End Closing Activities – Direct and monitor closing processes, account reconciliations, and financial adjustments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure Regulatory and Tax Compliance – Manage compliance with tax regulations, statutory reporting requirements, and other applicable government regulations to avoid penalties and maintain good corporate standing.
• Maintain Internal Controls and Financial Governance – Develop, implement, and monitor accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Manage Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Planning – Lead the preparation and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans to support organizational objectives and resource allocation.
• Oversee Cash Flow and Working Capital Management – Monitor cash position, liquidity requirements, receivables, payables, and working capital to ensure the company maintains financial stability and operational continuity.
• Support Business Decision-Making Through Financial Analysis – Provide financial insights, performance analysis, and recommendations to management to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Lead and Develop the Accounting Team – Supervise, coach, evaluate, and develop accounting personnel to ensure high performance, professional growth, and achievement of departmental objectives.
• Coordinate Audits and Risk Management Activities – Support internal and external audits, address audit findings, identify financial risks, and implement corrective actions to strengthen compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Drive Process Improvement and Systems Enhancement – Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and accounting system improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of financial operations.
• Manage Stakeholder and External Relations – Coordinate with auditors, banks, tax consultants, government agencies, and other stakeholders regarding accounting, financial, and compliance matters.
• Support Strategic Projects and Organizational Initiatives – Provide financial expertise and support for business expansion, investments, process improvement initiatives, and other projects assigned by management.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership
• Integrity and Professional Ethics
• Accountability and Ownership
• Analytical Thinking
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Decision-Making and Sound Judgment
• Planning and Organizing
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
• Results Orientation
• Adaptability and Change Management

Technical and Functional Competencies:

• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• General Ledger Management and Financial Closing
• Taxation and Regulatory Compliance
• Internal Controls and Financial Governance
• Risk Management and Compliance Monitoring
• Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Planning
• Cash Flow and Working Capital Management
• Financial Analysis and Business Partnering
• Audit Management and Coordination
• Accounting Systems and ERP Administration
• Policy Development and Documentation Management
• Cost Management and Profitability Analysis
• Data Analysis and Management Reporting
• Process Improvement and Financial Automation
• Project Management and Cross-Functional Coordination
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Financial Reporting Tools

Job specification:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Finance, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
• Additional certifications in taxation, financial management, auditing, or related disciplines are an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial accounting role.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or corporate accounting is preferred.
• Experience in handling audits, taxation, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles, standards, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of Philippine taxation, statutory compliance, and government reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with internal controls, risk management, and audit processes.
• Proficient in ERP systems, accounting software, and financial reporting tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, analysis, and reporting.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, document review, and report preparation.
• May require occasional travel for meetings, audits, government transactions, or business-related activities.
• May be required to work beyond regular business hours during month-end closing, audits, budgeting cycles, and critical reporting periods.
• Must maintain confidentiality and security of financial and company information at all times.

Language:

• Can comfortably converse, read, and write in English, Tagalog, and Bisaya.
• Ability to prepare professional reports, correspondence, and financial presentations in English

Documentations:

• Proficient in preparation, review, and maintenance of financial statements, management reports, budgets, forecasts, and accounting records.
• Ability to prepare and interpret financial analyses, audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.1
• Competent in developing and maintaining accounting policies, procedures, and SOPs.
• Proficient in data analysis, report generation, presentation, and financial documentation management.
• Knowledge of document control, records retention, and audit-ready documentation practices.

Other specifications:

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective leadership and people management capabilities.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail under strict deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with professionalism and discretion.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced business environment.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, business acumen, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid training
• Promotion to permanent employee
• Transportation service provided

Work Set up and Location: This is strictly an ONSITE work set up at Davao City (Kindly note that there is no relocation package is being offered for this role)

Certified Public Accountant Financial Management Budgeting Audit Process Improvement Financial Analysis Financial Reporting Financial Planning and Forecasting Attention to Details Tax Reporting