General Accountant

Philsteel Agrra Innovations Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Philsteel Agrra Innovations Inc. is seeking an experienced accountant to manage general ledger, month-end close, and reconciliations. You will support audits, optimize processes, and oversee payables/receivables in a GAAP/IFRS framework.

Fieldwork at plants may be required, with collaboration across the finance team to ensure accuracy and compliance. The role requires a bachelor's in accountancy and at least 5 years in accounting or finance, with strong Excel and ERP/Odoo proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in accounting or finance roles.
• Experience in audit or records-to-report is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger, reconcile bank statements, and ensure accuracy.
• Handle month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Perform account reconciliation and analysis to resolve discrepancies.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with tax laws.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes.
• Conduct fieldwork at plants/warehouses and LGU-related tasks as required.
• Review expense reports from Sales and approve cash advances for timely processing.
• Administer company assets and ensure proper tagging and location controls.
• Support Comptroller and Senior Accounting Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Odoo

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Core Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and general ledger:Manages the general ledger, records and categorizes financial transactions, and reconciles bank statements to ensure accuracy.

• Month-end and year-end closing:Handles the closing process at the end of each accounting period, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.

• Account reconciliation and analysis:Conducts detailed analysis and reconciliation of accounts to resolve discrepancies and ensure the integrity of financial data.

• Auditing and compliance:Assists with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and ensuring the company complies with financial regulations and tax laws.

• Accounts payable and receivable:Oversees or manages the processing of invoices, payments, and collections.

• Process improvement:Identifies opportunities to improve accounting processes and workflows for better efficiency and compliance.

• Conduct field work activity to the plants/ warehouses, or may process LGU-related works as may require by the Management.

• Checking of expense report submitted by Sales ensuring timely processing and release of cash advances so as not to hamper Sales Itinerary.

• Administer and control company assets ensuring that all government taxes as paid on time, assignment and location of company assets are properly recorded all location are properly controlled and recorded and tagged accounts record.

• Provide support to the Comptroller and the Senor Accounting Supervisor in carrying out of their function.

• Other task that maybe assigned from time to time.

Essential qualifications and skills

• Education:A Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or any related course.

• Experience:Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles. Experience in specific areas like audit, general accounting, or a "records to report" function is a plus.

Technical skills

• Proficiency in accounting software like Odoo (preferably) and ERP systems.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis tools like pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS) and financial reporting standards.

Soft skills

• Analytical skills:The ability to interpret complex financial data and identify trends.

• Attention to detail:A meticulous eye for spotting and correcting errors is critical for financial accuracy.

• Communication:Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively report findings to management and other departments.

• Organizational skills:Strong ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Problem-solving:A proactive mindset for identifying and resolving financial discrepancies

• Team player – actively collaborates, willingness to help others by sharing knowledge to achieve a shared outcome that will benefit the entire team.