Responsibilities
Accounting and Financial Transactions
- Ensure proper recording, classification, and summarization of all financial transactions in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.
- Manage and review accounting schedules and maintain the books of accounts.
- Ensure daily transaction closure, including validation and checking of documents for accuracy and reliability.
- Prepare journal entries (debit and credit tickets) and process payments, ensuring timely disbursement of accounts payable and prompt collection of accounts receivable.
- Maintain and update the fixed assets register and reconcile inventories.
- Implement internal control measures for bookkeeping, financial reporting, and asset management.
- Ensure compliance with BIR regulations, including the timely filing and payment of taxes.
- Prepare and submit accurate financial reports to the Controllership Department and Compliance Division for submission to BSP, BIR, and other regulatory bodies.
- Maintain an orderly filing system for accounting records, ensuring accessibility, preservation, and accuracy.
- Uphold the confidentiality of financial and operational information.
Compliance and Internal Controls
- Monitor compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
- Ensure adherence to BSP, BIR, and other regulatory requirements in financial reporting.
- Supervise the proper documentation and safekeeping of financial records for audit purposes.
- Assist in audits and examinations conducted by regulatory bodies.
- Monitor tax remittances and payments.
Branch Administration and Operations
- Oversee and monitor the accuracy of bookkeeping and accounting transactions, ensuring compliance with standard procedures.
- Supervise and manage branch procurement and facility maintenance to ensure a clean and professional work environment.
- Report and coordinate any untoward incidents with the Head Office for immediate action.
- Collaborate with the Branch Manager to assess branch needs and recommend improvements in bank services.
Reporting and Coordination
- Coordinate with the Controllership Department Head and branch personnel on financial and administrative matters.
- Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and variance analyses for review by management.
- Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding compliance and financial reporting requirements.
Reliever and Support Functions
- Temporarily assume the responsibilities of a Branch Accountant at different branches as needed.
- Train and support branch accounting staff in financial procedures and policies.
- Ensure a smooth transition of accounting functions when reassigned to a new branch.