General Accountant

Buffalo Tungsten Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik AB is seeking a highly meticulous General Accountant to join our finance team in Manila. The role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, preparing journal entries, reconciling balance sheets, and assisting with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.

Candidates should have 2–5 years in general accounting, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in SAP/Oracle ERP and Excel. You will support month-end close and collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in a general accounting role.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper coding.
• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform general ledger account analysis and investigate discrepancies.
• Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with Sandvik AB's financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and resolve accounting issues.
• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

Sandvik AB is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced General Accountant to join our finance team. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles and regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and process journal entries, ensuring accuracy and proper coding.


• Reconcile various balance sheet accounts, including bank accounts, accounts receivable, and accounts payable.


• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.


• Support the month-end and year-end close processes.


• Perform general ledger account analysis and investigate discrepancies.


• Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.


• Ensure compliance with Sandvik AB's financial policies and procedures.


• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and resolve accounting issues.


• Contribute to process improvements within the accounting function.


• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• 2-5 years of experience in a general accounting role.


• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).


• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.