Accounting Manager

R.A.AGUILAR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CORPORATION; Imus; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

R.A.AGUILAR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CORPORATION is seeking a supervisory or managerial accountant to oversee cash management, budgeting, project accounting, and payroll. You will manage bills, disbursements, and cash flow, while ensuring compliance and strong internal controls.

You will lead accounting staff, coordinate with project managers on cost variances, monitor subcontractor payments, and produce periodic financial reports to support management decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance required.
• CPA is a requirement.
• 3–5 years of supervisory or managerial accounting experience.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cash management, disbursement control, and review of BRs, DVs, PCVs; maintain cash position reports.
• Financial monitoring and post-audit of closed BRs; assist in periodic financial reports.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cash management

Project accounting

Payroll oversight

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

About the role

This is a supervisory or managerial accounting role responsible for overseeing cash management, financial monitoring, budgeting, project accounting, accounts and payroll oversight, compliance, and daily accounting operations. The role involves reviewing and verifying billing requests, disbursement vouchers, and petty cash vouchers; maintaining cash position reports; conducting financial monitoring and post-audits; analyzing budgets and variances; tracking project-based costs; supervising accounts payable and receivable processes; ensuring regulatory compliance; and providing leadership to accounting staff.

Key responsibilities

• Key Responsibilities:

  1. Cash Management & Disbursement Control

  Review and verify all Billing Requests (BRs), Disbursement Vouchers (DVs), and Petty Cash Vouchers (PCVs) prior to cash disbursement.

  Ensure all supporting documents are complete, accurate, and properly approved.

  Prepare and maintain the daily cash position report.

  Monitor, record, and reconcile all cash inflows and outflows to ensure accurate cash balances.

  2. Financial Monitoring & Reporting

  Conduct regular monitoring of cash movements to maintain accurate and updated records.

  Perform post-audit of cleared/closed BRs and ensure all liquidations are complete and properly documented.

  Assist in the preparation of periodic financial reports and management reports.

  3. Budgeting & Cost Analysis

  Review and compare actual expenses against approved budgets.

  Identify and analyze variances, including causes of cost increases.

  Provide insights and recommendations to control costs and improve financial efficiency.

  4. Project Accounting (Construction-Specific)

  Monitor and track project-based costs, ensuring proper allocation per project/site.

  Coordinate with project managers regarding budget vs. actual construction costs.

  Oversee progress billing, collections, and subcontractor payments.

  Ensure proper tracking of retention receivables and payables.

  5. Accounts & Payroll Oversight

  Supervise accounts payable and receivable processes, particularly for suppliers and subcontractors.

  Review and approve payroll for project-based employees and contractors.

  6. Compliance & Internal Controls

  Ensure compliance with government regulations (e.g., BIR, DOLE, and local government requirements).

  Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to cash handling, disbursement, and procurement.

  Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness at all times.

  7. Leadership & Operations Management

  Oversee daily accounting operations and ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time.

  Provide guidance, supervision, and performance management to accounting staff.

  Coordinate with other departments to support operational and financial objectives.

  8. Financial Planning & Support

  Assist in financial forecasting and budgeting for ongoing and future projects.

  Support management in strategic decision-making through financial analysis and reporting.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field

• CPA is a requirement.

• At least 3–5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial accounting role

• Experience in the construction industry is highly preferred

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial analysis

• Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills