accounting officer

BDO Unibank; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Unibank, Inc. is seeking a qualified professional to oversee the preparation and checking of the bank and group financial statements. The role ensures timely submission to SEC, PSE, and external auditors, and supports audits and notes to financial statements.

The candidate should have a BS in Accountancy, 2–3 years in auditing or financial reporting, and familiarity with PFRS. CPA is preferred, with strong Excel and data analysis skills for demanding deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy is required.
• 2–3 years of auditing or financial reporting experience preferred.
• CPA certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with internal controls, risk management and compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly/quarterly/annual financial report production for the bank and subsidiaries.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial statements per PFRS and regulatory standards.
• Review audited statements and notes, and assist during annual audits.
• Support system enhancements and respond to internal/external inquiries.
• Assist in UAT and deliverables with Team Lead as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Primarily responsible for overseeing the preparation and checking of the financial statements of the Parent Bank, Consolidated Subsidiaries, BDO Unibank Group’s financial statements and other regulatory and/or financial related schedules. Ensures the timely and accurate submission to SEC, PSE, board of directors, external auditors and various internal users.

Duties and Reposponsibilities:

• MONTLY/QUARTERLY/ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS PRODUCTION
  • Organizes the financial data of the parent bank and subsidiaries to support the closing of books. Coordinates with the concerned business units if there are variances beyond the normal level.
  • Ensures the accuracy, timeliness and compliance of financial statements of the Parent Bank, Consolidated Subsidiaries and the Group with the prescribed Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS).
  • Reviews the financial statements and related schedules to ensure the veracity of the data before forwarding them to the Team Lead within the set deadline.
  • Introduces system enhancements to expedite the preparation of financial statements and financial related schedules without compromising the accuracy of the reports.
  • Handles the preparation of sensitive reports and those requested by the management with urgent deadlines.
  • Attends to queries/concerns of internal/external customers; elevates more complicated and sensitive matters to the Team Lead.
• HANDLING OF THE BANK’S FINANCIAL AUDIT/ANNUAL REPORT
  • Ensures that material audit adjustments approved by the management are taken up in the audited financial statements.
  • Prepares selected schedules to support the notes to financial statements (NFS).
  • Reviews the Audited Financial Statements and the corresponding Notes to Financial Statements.
  • Performs proofreading of the financial supplements of the Annual Report prior to hard copy printing.
• OTHERS
  • Participates in the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of system enhancements, if any.
  • Provides support to Team Lead during limited reviews and annual audit and on other deliverable outputs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
• Work Experience: Preferably with two (2) to three (3) years of experience in auditing and/or financial reporting or related functions.
• Knowledge Area:
  • Basic understanding of accounting, auditing, and financial reporting principles.
  • Familiarity with internal controls, risk management, and compliance concepts.
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Understanding of BDOs organizational structure, policies, and procedures (to be developed through on boarding and training).
• Skills:
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Basic data analysis and report preparation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Learning agility and willingness to learn.
  • Professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Initiative and resourcefulness.
  • Teamwork and collaboration.
  • Customer/service orientation.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Commitment to quality and excellence in execution.
• Professional Certification & Licenses: Preferably, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Others:
  • Must be fit and proper for the position, considering:
    • Integrity and probity;
    • Physical and mental fitness;
    • Competence and relevant educational background;
    • Financial literacy and related training;
    • Diligence; and
    • Relevant knowledge and/or experience.
  • Demonstrates the ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and recommend practical solutions with appropriate guidance.
  • Able to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
  • Capable of communicating ideas clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.

BDO Unibank, Inc. provides equal opportunity to all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are based on job requirements and candidate qualifications, and shall not be influenced by any consideration of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, or disability.