CPA Accounting Manager

Private Advertiser; Caloocan; On-site; PHP 1,116,000 - 1,786,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Manila is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager / Lead to oversee financial operations and maintain full accounting records. You will manage tax compliance with BIR and lead a two-person accounting team, coordinating with auditors for year-end audits and regulatory filings.

The role requires a CPA license, a degree in Accountancy or Finance, and 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including tax handling and external audits.

Qualifications

• CPA license is mandatory for the role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or Finance is required.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience with tax handling and BIR processes.
• Experience supervising staff and coordinating with auditors.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact with external auditors for year-end audits and tax compliance.
• Prepare schedules, supporting docs, and disclosures for auditors.
• Coordinate internal and external teams to meet statutory reporting deadlines (BIR, SEC).
• Lead tax filings and compliance with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).
• Ensure compliance with Philippine tax regulations (Income Tax, VAT, Withholding Taxes).
• Serve as liaison for BIR audits, inquiries, and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain the full set of accounting records and books.
• Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Mentor and supervise two junior/general accounting staff.
• Coordinate with SEC, LGUs, and other government agencies.

Skills

CPA license

English proficiency

Leadership

Auditing

Tax compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

SAP

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and experienced Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our team as a Senior Accounting Manager / Lead. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, maintaining full accounting records, managing tax compliance (primarily with the BIR), and leading a small team of two accounting staff members.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact and work closely with external auditors to facilitate year-end financial audits and annual tax compliance

• Prepare and provide all necessary schedules, supporting documentation, and financial disclosures required by external auditors in a timely manner

• Ensure seamless coordination between the internal accounting team and external auditors to meet all statutory reporting deadlines (e.g., BIR annual income tax return submission, SEC filings)

• Lead and manage all tax filings, compliance, and assessments with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)

• Ensure full compliance with Philippine tax regulations, including Income Tax, VAT, Withholding Taxes, and Annual Returns

• Serve as the primary point of contact for BIR audits, inquiries, and regulatory submissions

• Oversee and maintain the company's full set of accounting books and financial records

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports

• Directly manage, mentor, and supervise a team of two (2) junior/general accounting staff

• Coordinate with SEC, Local Government Units (LGU), and other relevant government agencies

About you

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is mandatory

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or Finance

• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with demonstrated experience in tax handling and BIR processes

• Proven track record of managing external audit processes and completing annual tax filings in the Philippines

• Prior supervisory or team lead experience managing staff

• In-depth knowledge of Philippine Tax Code, BIR rules, standard accounting practices (PFRS/PERS), and local government compliance

• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or similar) and MS Excel

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

• Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills with high ethical standards