Finance Assistant

CARATS & Co PTE LTD; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

CARATS & Co PTE LTD is seeking a finance professional to manage monthly closings, journal entries, and bank reconciliations in a dynamic environment in the Philippines. The role supports accounts payable/receivable and prepares management reports, schedules, and inter-company transactions with auditors and banks.

The ideal candidate has a relevant accounting/finance qualification and at least 1 year of experience; familiarity with Sage 300 ERP or similar systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Degree or Professional Qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• At least 1 year of relevant working experience in finance, accounting or audit.
• Experience with Sage 300 ERP or other accounting/ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial closing, journal entries, schedules and bank reconciliations.
• Handle day-to-day finance operations including Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable.
• Prepare management and statutory reports and other financial schedules.
• Key in sales orders, generate sales invoices and receipts, and follow up on outstanding receivables.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Education

Accounting/Finance qualification

Tools

Sage 300 ERP

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial closing, journal entries, schedules and bank reconciliations in a timely manner.
• Handle and support day-to-day finance operations, including Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable functions, depending on the assigned area of responsibility.
• Prepare management and statutory reports and other financial schedules.
• Key in sales orders, generate sales invoices and official receipts, and follow up promptly on outstanding receivables to ensure timely collection.
• Handle inter-company transactions and ensure proper recording and reconciliation.
• Maintain proper records of fixed assets and other financial information.
• Process monthly staff claims, petty cash and corporate card transactions.
• Coordinate and manage bankers' guarantee applications, renewals and cancellations with banks and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with auditors, tax agents, bankers and other professional advisors on finance-related matters.
• Ensure the company's internal controls and financial procedures are properly implemented and adhered to.
• Support management and internal stakeholders on various finance-related assignments and special projects as required.

Requirements

• Diploma, Degree or Professional Qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.

• At least 1 year of relevant working experience in finance, accounting or audit.

• Experience in using Sage 300 ERP or other accounting/ERP systems is preferred.
• Good analytical and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees and stakeholders at all levels, and be a good team player.
• Independent, responsible, hardworking and self-motivated.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced working environment.