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But First, Coffee Inc. in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, is seeking a capable General Accounting professional to maintain ledgers, perform month-end closing, and support financial reporting.
You will review entries from AR, AP, and other finance functions, and prepare journal entries for accruals and depreciation, ensuring accurate financial statements. The role requires 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong Excel/ERP skills (Odoo, SAP/Oracle/NetSuite), and a commitment to integrity and
Record and maintain accurate accounting transactions for BFCI and BFCT in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
Review completeness and accuracy of accounting entries from Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Payroll, and other finance functions.
Prepare journal entries for accruals, adjustments, reclassifications, depreciation, and other accounting transactions.
Maintain the General Ledger and ensure proper account classification based on the Chart of Accounts.
Perform monthly closing activities and ensure timely completion of accounting schedules.
Prepare account reconciliations, including:
Cash and bank accounts
Accounts receivable
Accounts payable
Inventory accounts
Fixed assets
Other balance sheet accounts
Investigate and resolve reconciling items and unusual account movements.
Support year-end closing and external audit requirements.
Prepare financial reports and supporting schedules for management reporting.
Assist in the preparation of monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports.
Provide analysis of account movements and significant variances.
Ensure financial reports are supported by accurate accounting records.
Tax and Compliance Support
Assist in preparation of tax-related schedules and supporting documents.
Maintain accounting records required for BIR compliance and external audits.
Coordinate with external auditors and provide requested accounting schedules and documentation.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Identify accounting process gaps and recommend improvements.
Support finance system improvements, including Odoo implementation and automation initiatives.
Perform other accounting-related duties assigned by the Finance Manager.
Perform other adhoc functions that may be assigned by the Finance Manager.
Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Management Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is an advantage.
At least 2-3 years of experience in General Accounting, preferably from retail, food & beverage, franchising, trading, or multi-branch operations.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
Experience in month-end closing, account reconciliation, journal entries, and general ledger management.
Knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) and BIR compliance requirements is an advantage.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets; experience with ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite is an advantage.
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling financial information.