Accounting Manager (Reinsurance / Insurance Industry)

Optimus Executive Search Solutions; Philippines; On-site; PHP 893,000 - 1,562,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimus Executive Search Solutions is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting and finance operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment within the reinsurance/insurance sector in the Philippines.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, hands-on leadership, and a strong grasp of financial reporting, taxation, compliance, and internal controls, enabling accurate financial results and strategic business support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience with leadership exposure.
• Experience in the insurance or reinsurance industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, compliance, and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, and month-end close.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports and analyses.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial planning activities.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, regulators and external stakeholders.
• Develop and strengthen accounting processes, internal controls and reporting systems.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team to ensure accuracy and timely deliverables.
• Provide financial insights to support business decisions and strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Job description

Accounting Manager (Reinsurance / Insurance Industry)

Job Openings Accounting Manager (Reinsurance / Insurance Industry)

About the job Accounting Manager (Reinsurance / Insurance Industry)

Our client, a reputable and growing reinsurance company, is looking for an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting and finance operations in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with strong leadership experience, preferably from the insurance or reinsurance industry, who can ensure financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end closing.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and other financial analyses.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, and financial planning activities.
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, regulators, and other external stakeholders.
• Develop and strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting systems.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely deliverables.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions and strategic planning.

Job Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience, with leadership exposure.
• Preferably with experience in the insurance or reinsurance industry.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, compliance, and accounting standards.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.