Accounting Manager (AR/AP) (F&B)

Monroe Consulting Group; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroe Consulting Group, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with a consumer-focused organisation in Mandaluyong City to hire an Accounting Manager who will lead the end-to-end accounting function across multiple entities.

The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and strong internal controls, with ERP optimisation, automation, budgeting, and management of a growing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and professional credentials.
• Proven experience in accounting leadership or management roles.
• Experience overseeing financial reporting, month-end and year-end closings.
• Experience coordinating audits, tax compliance, and statutory reporting.
• Hands-on with ERP and financial systems, preferably NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including AR, AP, GL, and financial reporting.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes with timely reporting.
• Review reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules for accuracy.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulators.
• Drive internal controls, process improvement, and ERP optimisation initiatives.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across entities.
• Develop and coach accounting team, set performance expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Team management

Internal controls

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Monroe Consulting Group, an Executive Recruitment firm, is partnering with an organisation in the Consumer industry to hire an Accounting Manager. This opportunity is based in Mandaluyong City.

Position Overview

Lead the end-to-end accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance, and effective management of financial operations across multiple business entities.
Drive operational excellence through strong internal controls, team leadership, ERP optimisation, automation initiatives, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting across all company entities.
• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring deadlines and reporting standards are consistently met.
• Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules to maintain the integrity of financial records.

Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management

• Supervise receivables, payables, collections, and disbursement processes.
• Monitor cash flow, prepare cash forecasts, and coordinate banking transactions to support liquidity management.
• Ensure timely processing and reconciliation of invoices, payments, and other financial transactions.
• Identify opportunities to improve working capital management and strengthen cash controls.

External Accounting, Tax, and Statutory Compliance

• Coordinate with external accountants, tax consultants, auditors, and relevant regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable BIR, SEC, LGU, and other statutory requirements across all company entities.
• Oversee tax documentation, including BIR Form 2307, business permits, and other required regulatory filings.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring the availability, accuracy, and completeness of financial records and supporting documents.

Internal Controls and Process Improvement

• Establish, implement, and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Oversee inventory audits, physical counts, and reconciliation of inventory records against the NetSuite ERP system.
• Identify control gaps, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective measures.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, operational efficiency, and risk management.

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Financial Analysis

• Prepare and review financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Analyse financial results, variances, and cost trends to support business decision-making.
• Partner with other departments to identify cost‑saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
• Provide actionable financial insights and recommendations to management.

Team Leadership, Attendance, and Accountability

• Lead, supervise, coach, and develop the Accounting team to improve technical capabilities and overall performance.
• Establish clear expectations for attendance, punctuality, productivity, and timely completion of deliverables.
• Address attendance and discipline issues through consistent monitoring, documented feedback, and fair corrective action in accordance with company policies and applicable labour regulations.
• Foster a culture of ownership, reliability, urgency, and accountability.
• Conduct regular account reviews and performance assessments while identifying opportunities for employee development and process improvement.

ERP Optimisation, AI, and Automation

• Maximise the use of NetSuite as the company's primary ERP platform for accounting and financial reporting.
• Identify and implement opportunities for AI‑assisted reconciliation, automated AR/AP matching, and reporting automation.
• Reduce manual processing, minimise errors, and accelerate month‑end closing through technology‑enabled improvements.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and openness to emerging digital tools and automation solutions.

Key Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in accounting leadership or management roles.
• Experience overseeing financial reporting, month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger operations.
• Experience coordinating audits, tax compliance, and statutory reporting requirements.

Technical / Functional Expertise

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial reporting expertise.
• Experience with cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements, including BIR, SEC, LGU, taxation, and statutory filings.
• Hands‑on experience with NetSuite ERP or comparable enterprise resource planning systems.
• Inventory accounting, audit, and reconciliation experience.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted accounting tools, process automation, and reporting optimisation initiatives.
• Strong internal controls, risk management, and process improvement capabilities.

Soft Skills & Leadership Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• High level of accountability, ownership, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and digital transformation.