Accounting Manager

Likha Careers; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Group Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Benefits

Other Exciting Benefits

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Metro Manila is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the accounting department. Responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and improving accuracy and efficiency within the team. The ideal candidate should have a CPA license and 6-7 years of relevant accounting experience, exhibit excellent leadership abilities, and use bookkeeping software like QuickBooks. Competitive benefits include an annual bonus and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 6-7 years experience in Accounting.
• Experience in Management, Accounting, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and improve department controls and procedures.
• Oversee daily accounting activities and major projects.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and financial legislation.
• Analyze financial data and create reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

CPA License

Tools

QuickBooks

MS Office

Job description

Position Type: Experienced - Manager Level

Employment Type: Full-Time; Permanent (Direct Hire)

About the Job:

A knowledgeable Accounting Manager who can lead and motivate accounting staff members and increase department accuracy and efficiency. The Accounting Manager will delegate, supervise, and participate in accounting department tasks, oversee the recording, tracking, and reporting of financial information, hire, train, and motivate accounting staff members, develop and implement department controls and procedures, and ensure that the department operates efficiently without sacrificing accuracy.

To succeed as an Accounting Manager, you should be analytical, detail-oriented, and honest. The ideal Accounting Manager should possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills as well as a strong understanding of accounting and management principles and financial legislation.

Scope & Responsibilities:

• Evaluating, developing, and improving department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Overseeing the daily activities of the accounting department and ensuring that all major projects, month-end, and year-end reports are completed accurately and on time.
• Ensuring that all accounting processes align with GAAP and current financial legislation.
• Analyzing financial data and creating reports for management, stakeholders, and external parties, such as vendors or lenders.
• Maintaining accurate and complete financial records and participating in audits or reconciliations, as needed.
• Assisting other departments as they develop strategies, establish objectives, and make decisions that could have a financial impact on the business.
• Keeping informed about the latest developments in the finance industry.

Required Qualifications:

• CPA License
• At least 6-7 years experience in Accounting
• Experience in Management, Accounting, or a related field may be preferred.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting, finance, Taxation and management principles.
• Exceptional math skills.
• Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping software, specifically QuickBooks and MS Office.
• High level of efficiency and accuracy.
• Willingness to comply with all local, state, federal, and company regulations.
• Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data.

About the Client:

Our client specializes in outdoor advertising, consumer products, renewable energy solutions, and corporate services, striving to provide exceptional offerings across various industries and contribute to economic growth.

Benefits:

• Annual Bonus
• Group Life Insurance
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Other Exciting Benefits

About Likha Careers:

Likha is a traditional Tagalog (Filipino) word that means to create or creation. At its core, Likha Careers exists to help create a world where people from all walks of life have the opportunity to participate in a positive and rewarding career where happiness, pride, and financial security are achieved. We do this through thoughtful, people-centric career services.