Finance and Accounting Manager

Private Advertiser; Bataan; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in the Philippines seeks an experienced finance leader to manage all accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, monthly reporting and internal controls in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA/CMA or equivalent, 10+ years’ experience in accounting or financial management, strong ERP and Excel skills, and proven ability to lead staff, coordinate with auditors and deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required; CPA/CMA or equivalent highly desirable.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in accounting/financial management roles.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Understanding of Philippine accounting standards, tax regulations and Freeport zone compliance.
• Proven ability to prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets and strategic insights.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Leadership experience supervising finance staff; integrity and confidentiality are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of financial accounting including AP/AR, GL reconciliation and monthly reporting.
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements and variance analyses to senior management.
• Oversee budgeting and forecasting with department heads against annual plans.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and statutory requirements for Subic Bay Freeport Zone.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard assets.
• Manage banking relationships, cash flow and payments to optimize liquidity.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff with training and performance feedback.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to facilitate audits and compliance.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain records of all financial transactions and audit documentation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA CMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of financial accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger reconciliation and monthly financial reporting

• Prepare and present accurate financial statements, management accounts and variance analyses to senior management and stakeholders

• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, working collaboratively with department heads to develop annual budgets and monitor performance against projections

• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, tax regulations and statutory requirements applicable to the Subic Bay Freeport Zone

• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity

• Manage banking relationships, cash flow management and payment processes to optimize liquidity and financial stability

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance, training and performance management

• Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to facilitate audits and tax compliance activities

• Analyze financial data to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

• Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions and ensure proper documentation for audit purposes

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; professional accounting qualification (CPA, CMA or equivalent) is highly desirable

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in accounting and financial management roles, preferably within property management, real estate or a similar service-oriented industry

• Strong proficiency in accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential

• Comprehensive understanding of Philippine accounting standards, tax regulations and freeport zone compliance requirements

• Proven ability to prepare and analyze financial statements, manage budgets and provide strategic financial insights

• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail

• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience in supervising and developing finance team members

• Integrity, reliability and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in financial matters