Accounting Specialist - Banking & Finance Precision

Ascendion; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendion in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila seeks an Accounting Specialist to join our team full-time. You will provide critical accounting support for banking and financial services operations, maintain accurate records, and ensure regulatory compliance, working closely with relationship managers.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPC/CPA preferred, 2–3 years in accounting, strong Excel and accounting software skills, and fluent English with high integrity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent certification is preferred.
• 2–3 years' experience in accounting or financial services; banking/relationship mgmt experience advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel; able to work with financial systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial records and reporting.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication; able to explain financial information clearly.
• Ability to collaborate within a team and support relationship management activities.
• Proficiency in English; Filipino language skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile financial records in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Process invoicing, payments, and account reconciliations for multiple accounts.
• Prepare financial reports to support management decisions and client communications.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing, incl. journal entries.
• Provide accounting support to relationship managers and account teams.
• Monitor account activity and escalate discrepancies or irregularities.
• Collaborate with internal departments for timely financial documentation.
• Maintain detailed records in line with audit requirements.
• Support audit activities with required financial documentation.
• Assist with special accounting projects and ad hoc analysis as needed.

Skills

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Relationship management

English proficiency

Integrity & confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software proficiency

ERP systems

Job description

Ascendion in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila seeks an Accounting Specialist to join our team full-time. You will provide critical accounting support for banking and financial services operations, maintain accurate records, and ensure regulatory compliance, working closely with relationship managers.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPC/CPA preferred, 2–3 years in accounting, strong Excel and accounting software skills, and fluent English with high integrity