General Accountant

ACEN Shared Services, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

ACEN Shared Services, Inc. in Makati seeks an accounting professional to manage general ledger, monthly closings and financial reporting in line with PFRS. You will reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries, and support audits while ensuring compliance and timely group closing.

The role requires good analytical and communication skills, proficiency in MS Excel, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders. Willingness to report to the office at least twice weekly is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy or related finance course.
• CPA is an advantage.
• 0–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Adequate knowledge in PFRS and basic taxation.
• Proficient in MS Excel and able to communicate effectively.
• Experience with external audit and/or year-end audits is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger in compliance with GAAP / PFRS.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly and prepare related journal entries.
• Prepare monthly income/expense accruals and adjusting entries.
• Reconcile financial records against SAP and other systems.
• Research and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Support periodic financial closing to meet group timelines.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports as required.
• Assist in audits and regulatory filings as needed.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and seniors across functions.

Skills

PFRS knowledge

Basic taxation

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Written/verbal communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy or any Finance related course

CPA is an advantage

Tools

SAP

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the financial records of the organization which includes the following:

  • Preparation and maintenance of the general ledger in compliance with GAAP / PFRS

  • Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis (i.e. bank reconciliation with bank statements, etc.), preparation of related journal entries and reports (i.e. roll-forwards and aging analysis, etc.)

  • Preparation of monthly income and expense accruals and other adjusting journal entries

  • Reconciliation of financial records against accounting system (i.e. SAP)

  • Research and resolve discrepancies on a timely manner

  • Maintenance of documentation for all journal entries and account reconciliations

  • Participation in the periodic closing process to ensure that Group closing timelines are met

• Responsible for financial reporting and analysis for Management requirements:

  • Preparation of financial statements (i.e. Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Statement of Changes in Equity and Cash Flow Statement, etc.) and other relevant financial reports required by Management

  • Analysis of account activity and fluctuations to ensure accuracy and completeness of information

  • Perform actuals to actuals variance analysis (i.e. month-on-month, year-on-year, etc.) to ensure account movements are reasonable, accurate and complete

• Responsible for financial reporting for audit and regulatory requirements:

  • Review and analysis of financial transactions to determine whether they comply with regulations (i.e., SEC, BIR, LGU, BOI, SBMA, DOE, ERC requirements, etc.)

  • Preparation of full financial statements including notes to financial statements for external audit purposes

  • Preparation of Audited Financial Statement and other reports that are required for statutory and regulatory filing

  • Support internal and external auditors during the audit process

• Other responsibilities include:

  • Providing assistance/active participation in special projects as needed

  • Adhere to all Company policies and procedures

  • Ensure Accounting controls and authorizations are in place and followed at all times.

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy or any Finance related course

• CPA is an advantage

• 0 – 3 years of relevant work experience

• Adequate knowledge in Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) and basic taxation

• Reasonable organizational, analytical, and written/verbal communication skills

• Reasonable problem-solving skills to research and resolve inquiries in a timely manner

• Ability to collaborate well with stakeholders and senior management and across functions to achieve business objectives

• Proficient in MS Excel

• Experience in external audit and/or end-to-end bookkeeping, statutory reports preparation, and handling year-end audits is an advantage

• Must be willing to report to office at least twice a week and work extended hours if necessary

About ACEN Shared Services, Inc. (ACES):

ACEN Shared Services or ACES is the business arm that provides a full range of business process outsourcing services to ACEN, such as Finance, General Accounting, Information Technology, Sales Administration, Human Resource Management, Procurement and other manpower related services of the parent company.