Accounting Manager
WHR Global Consulting
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Job summary
WHR Global Consulting in Quezon City is seeking a Senior Chief Accountant to lead the accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and uphold regulatory compliance across the organization, including academic and healthcare operations.
The role requires a seasoned CPA with 8–10 years of experience, 3–5 years in management, and a track record of strengthening internal controls and providing strategic financial insights to management. Reports to the President & COO.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy and CPA required.
- 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
- 3–5 years in managerial or leadership roles.
- Experience in HEI/university or healthcare sectors preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) and taxation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and reporting.
- Supervise accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and GL processes.
- Coordinate external audits and regulatory examinations.
- Strengthen internal controls and drive process improvements.
- Provide strategic financial insights to management.
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On-site - Quezon City >10 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time
Performance Bonus, Incentives
13th Month Pay
Health Insurance
Division: Finance
Reports To: President & COO
The Senior Chief Accountant is responsible for leading and overseeing the organization's accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong financial governance. The role supports both academic and healthcare operations by managing accounting processes, strengthening internal controls, guiding the accounting team, and providing strategic financial insights to management.
This position is ideal for a seasoned CPA who can serve as a strong financial steward, mentor the existing accounting team, and help elevate the organization's finance function toward greater efficiency, control, and long-term growth.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all financial transactions and reports.
- Supervise and review key accounting functions, including:
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Payroll Accounting
- Fixed Assets
- General Ledger Management
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and institutional policies.
- Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of tuition revenues, student receivables, hospital-related transactions, grants, and other institutional revenues and expenditures.
- Ensure compliance with BIR regulations, tax requirements, VAT-related transactions, withholding taxes, and other statutory obligations.
- Coordinate annual external audits and government examinations.
- Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents required for audits and regulatory reviews.
- Coordinate with external auditors, banks, government agencies, and regulatory bodies regarding financial and accounting matters.
- Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, adjusting entries, and accounting documentation.
- Strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal control systems to safeguard institutional assets.
- Monitor cash flow and assist management in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Lead initiatives to improve accounting processes, reporting systems, and operational efficiencies.
- Ensure proper maintenance, confidentiality, and security of accounting records and financial information.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop Accounting Department personnel.
- Manage team performance, productivity, and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a key contributor to organizational change management and finance transformation initiatives.
- Provide financial analysis, reports, and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
- Support management in strategic planning, budgeting, and institutional growth initiatives.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Finance OIC, President & COO, or Board of Trustees.
- Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy.
- Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience.
- At least 3–5 years of managerial or leadership experience.
- Experience overseeing end-to-end accounting operations and financial reporting.
- Background in Higher Education Institutions (HEI), universities, colleges, healthcare organizations, hospitals, or medical schools is highly preferred.
- Candidates from other industries may be considered if they possess strong accounting leadership experience and adaptability.
- Strong knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) and taxation regulations.
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and internal controls.
- Strong understanding of audit processes and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proficiency in accounting systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- People Leadership and Coaching
- Change Management
- Process Improvement Orientation
- Strategic Thinking
- Stakeholder Management
- High Integrity and Accountability
- Christmas Bonus
- Easter Bonus (increases based on tenure)
- Guaranteed 14th Month Pay upon the employee's 10th year of service
- Comprehensive Medical Benefits covering hospitalization and medication expenses
- Educational Assistance / Free Tuition Benefit for Employee's Child (subject to company policy)
- 15 Vacation Leave Credits
- 15 Sick Leave Credits
- Institutional Events and Employee Engagement Programs
- President & COO
- Approximately 6 Accounting Team Members
Quezon City, National Capital Region, Philippines
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