Accounts Manager

Global Staff Network; Davao City; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Staff Network is seeking an Accounts Manager for onsite operations in Davao City. The role involves overseeing financial close processes, preparing reports for Directors, and managing trust accounts with strict regulatory compliance. You will coordinate Australian payroll and deliver insightful financial analysis.

You will lead a small team of onsite accountants, drive process improvements, and ensure timely, accurate deliverables to meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy required; CPA preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience.
• Experience in legal firm accounting or trust accounting is highly preferred.
• Experience supporting Australian clients is essential.
• Experience processing Australian payroll is required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings.
• Prepare and present financial reports to Directors.
• Produce P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Perform variance analysis and track financial performance.
• Oversee trust accounts and client monies; ensure audit-ready records.
• Handle Australian payroll processing and entitlements.
• Ensure compliance with AU regulations and trust accounting rules.
• Lead and mentor 2-3 onsite accounting staff; review outputs and improve processes.

Skills

Leadership & people management

Australian payroll processing

Trust accounting

Financial reporting & closing

Budgeting & forecasting

Compliance & audits

Client operations support

Team coaching & documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA (preferred)

Job description

Position: Accounts Manager
Setup: Onsite
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Day-Shift)

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes
• Prepare and present financial reports to the Directors
• Produce Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reports
• Perform variance analysis and financial performance tracking
• Monitor operational expenses and overall firm profitability
• Maintain general ledger and perform account reconciliations

2. Trust Accounting (Critical Function)

• Manage and reconcile legal trust accounts and client monies
• Accurately record trust receipts and disbursements
• Ensure trust account balances align with client ledgers
• Prepare trust reconciliation reports and audit-ready documentation
• Maintain strict confidentiality and regulatory compliance
• Ensure adherence to Australian Legal Trust Accounting requirements

3. Legal Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Process legal billing and invoicing for matters and services
• Monitor Work in Progress (WIP) and billable time recording
• Track debtor aging and follow up on outstanding invoices
• Coordinate billing adjustments with Directors and legal staff

4. Australian Payroll

• Process payroll for Australian employees in compliance with AU regulations
• Maintain employee payroll records and entitlements
• Calculate leave accruals, superannuation, and statutory deductions
• Prepare payroll reports and summaries
• Coordinate with Directors for payroll approvals

5. Cashflow, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare rolling cashflow forecasts
• Monitor receivables and payables
• Assist Directors in budgeting and financial planning
• Identify financial risks and provide actionable recommendations

6. Compliance & Audit

• Maintain financial records in accordance with accounting standards and legal requirements
• Assist in internal and external audits
• Ensure proper documentation and audit trails are maintained
• Support regulatory and reporting compliance requirements

7. Client Operations Support

• Coordinate with legal and operational teams regarding financial concerns
• Provide financial insights to support firm decision-making
• Assist in monitoring operational costs

8. Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor 2-3 onsite accounting staff
• Review and approve team output
• Provide coaching and training to team members
• Improve workflows and documentation processes
• Ensure all deliverables meet deadlines and client expectations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, ( CPA)
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience
• Experience in legal firm accounting or trust accounting (highly preferred)
• Experience supporting Australian clients
• Experience processing Australian payroll
• CPA is preferred but not required
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards