Financial Reporting Specialist

John Clements Consultants, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

John Clements Consultants, Inc. is seeking a finance professional to contribute to fund accounting, financial reporting, and governance. You will prepare and review reports, process invoices, and support internal controls while coordinating with global teams on complex investment products and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical skills, and accuracy in tracking expenses, reconciliations, and MER/IFRS reporting across multiple platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Fund Accounting, or similar.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Experience with fund accounting and reporting systems.
• Knowledge of IFRS and regulatory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, validate, and distribute Sales and AUM reports for stakeholders.
• Review fund invoices and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Support fund accounting activities including expense accruals and entries.
• Assist in preparing annual/interim financial reports and MER calculations.
• Develop and enhance internal controls and risk management procedures.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Expense reporting and analysis

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

IFRS knowledge

Regulatory reporting

Investment management experience

Fund accounting systems

Internal controls & risk management

Global team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Fund Suite ARC

MPower

Job description

In this role, you'll contribute to delivering reliable financial information, strengthening risk management practices, and enhancing operational controls that help drive better outcomes for customers and stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise in fund accounting, financial reporting, and governance while collaborating with global teams and gaining exposure to complex investment products and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, validate, and distribute Sales and Assets Under Management (AUM) reports to internal and external stakeholders.

• Review and process fund invoice payments in compliance with GWAM guidelines and industry best practices.

• Support fund accounting activities, including expense accrual monitoring, accounting entries, and expense reporting.

• Participate in the preparation and review of annual and interim financial reports (MRFPs), Management Expense Ratio (MER) calculations, and HST blended rate reconciliations.

• Develop, document, and enhance internal controls, risk management processes, and operational procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and special projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting, Financial Reporting, Fund Accounting, or a related Finance function.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Expense reporting and analysis

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills with attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across global teams.

• Experience in the investment management, fund accounting, or financial services industry.

• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

• Experience with fund accounting and reporting systems such as Fund Suite ARC, MPower, or similar platforms.

• Familiarity with risk management frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements.