AOS Senior (Accounting and Outsourcing)

Forvis Mazars in the Philippines; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in the Philippines seeks an AOS Senior to provide end-to-end accounting support for a diverse client portfolio. You will help ensure accurate financial reporting, assist in managing finance functions, and support regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality services, mentor junior staff, and drive efficient accounting processes using Xero or Sage 50, with a focus on standards such as GAAP, VAT and local regulations.

Qualifications

• CPA required and relevant accounting credentials.
• 2+ years of experience in senior accounts/ accounting roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy; able to manage multiple engagements.
• Excellent time management and deadline-driven.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP and VAT developments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to client deadlines through planning and scheduling of client projects.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients and oversee accounting workflows.
• Prepare management accounts, VAT returns (inc VAT, VIES, Intrastat), statutory financial statements and reconciliations.
• Oversee billing, budgeting, and timely invoice preparation.
• Drive high-quality service delivery within timeframes and budget.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including auditors, during year-end processes.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

CPA

Tools

Xero

Sage 50

Job description

The AOS Senior is responsible for providing end-to-end accounting support to a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, assists in managing clients’ finance functions, and supports compliance with applicable accounting and tax regulations. The position requires collaboration with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, client-focused services and contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring adherence to client and filing deadlines through planning, scheduling and overseeing individual client projects
• Managing a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Prepare management accounts, VAT returns (inc VAT, VIES and Intrastat Returns), statutory financial statements, complete reconciliations, and lead book keeping projects, secondment roles, forecasting and budgeting and other ad hoc department projects.
• Oversight of billing and fees including budgeting and the timely preparation of invoices.
• Drive high-quality service delivery within expected timeframes and on budget.
• Bring technical expertise and a strong knowledge and application of various accounting standards, primarily, FRS 102
• Ensure appropriate maintenance of financial information for a broad range of clients using various accounting software packages including Xero and Sage 50
• Creating and updating financial statements as required and in conjunction with the team using accounts production software
• Remaining up to date with all accounting and regulatory standards to ensure compliance with all legislative practices.
• Liaising with various external stakeholders providing support as required including external auditors as part of the year end audit process for individual clients
• Foster an innovative and inclusive team-oriented work environment and play an active role in mentoring junior team members within the organization.

Qualifications:

• CPA
• Experienced senior accounts assistant/ accountant in a professional services or industry environment (2+ years)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to manage multiple engagements
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to work effectively to deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to learn quickly with an interest in legislative developments including local GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP, VAT changes etc.