Branch Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist

Sun Savings Bank, Inc.; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Savings Bank Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Accounting Specialist/Bookkeeper to join our finance team in Cebu City.

This hands-on role oversees full-charge branch bookkeeping, maintains the general ledger, and ensures the integrity of financial records while driving accurate reporting to executives. You will handle bank reconciliations, month-end close, and regulatory compliance under BSP and PFRS guidelines, while working with internal and external auditors.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive bank accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance.
• Proficiency in Excel and GL systems.

Responsibilities

• Full-charge branch bookkeeping, ensuring daily journal entries and GL integrity.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end close with accurate adjustments.
• Ensure BSP/PFRS compliance and robust internal controls.

Skills

Excel

Banking software

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field

Tools

GLTnet

Job description

Sun Savings Bank Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Accounting Specialist/Bookkeeper to join our dynamic finance team. This is a critical, hands-on role responsible for overseeing full-charge branch bookkeeping, general ledger maintenance, and overall accounting operations. You will ensure the complete integrity of our financial records, streamline operational accounting workflows, drive strict compliance with BSP regulations, and deliver accurate financial reporting to executive management.

If you bring solid banking accounting expertise, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in financial management, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

1. Full-Charge Bookkeeping & General Ledger Operations

• Oversee end-to-end branch bookkeeping, ensuring daily journal entries, general ledger (GL) postings, cash/vault balances, and clearing accounts are accurately maintained.

• Perform regular bank reconciliations, trial balance preparation, and routine ledger audits to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.

• Manage accounts payable, vendor payments, accruals, and expense allocations across operational units.

• Maintain the bank’s Chart of Accounts and continuously optimize routine bookkeeping workflows to maximize accuracy and efficiency.

2. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow).

• Deliver comprehensive financial reports and variance analyses to senior management to guide strategic decision-making.

• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all adjustments, accruals, and schedules are accurate and fully supported.

3. Compliance, Regulatory Reporting & Internal Controls

• Ensure strict adherence to Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS), tax laws, and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) regulatory reporting requirements.

• Generate and submit mandatory BSP schedules and tax returns on time.

• Develop, implement, and monitor robust internal accounting controls to safeguard bank assets and mitigate financial risks.

• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during routine audits and regulatory examinations.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in bank accounting, full-charge bookkeeping, or financial management within the banking or financial services industry.

• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and bank accounting software/GL systems (e.g., GLTnet).

• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of BSP regulatory frameworks, PFRS, tax compliance, and branch-level ledger workflows.

• Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical thinking, attention to detail, strong leadership, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.