General Accountant

We Search @ Searchers & Staffers Corp.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a financial accountant in Taguig, Philippines. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in accountancy and 3–5 years of experience in general accounting and bookkeeping, with a strong focus on ledger accuracy. Responsibilities include managing the general ledger, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers a day shift schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday, with a focus on supply chain operations management.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in General Accounting, Bookkeeping, or R2R functions.
• Strong 'ownership' mindset regarding ledger accuracy.
• High rigor in identifying root causes of accounting discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Manage General Ledger, recording journal entries with accuracy.
• Prepare financial reports including Trial Balance, Income Statement.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and tax regulations.
• Coordinate Supply Chain Operations meetings and maintain analysis.
• Manage inventory levels for adequate stock availability.

Skills

General Accounting

Bookkeeping

R2R functions

Computerized Accounting System

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy

Job description

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy;
• 3–5 years of experience in General Accounting, Bookkeeping, or R2R functions.
• Proficiency in Computerized Accounting System; Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.).
• Ability to provide concise and professional updates.
• Accountability: Strong "ownership" mindset regarding ledger accuracy
• Attention to Detail: High rigor in identifying root causes of accounting discrepancies.
• DAYSHIFT - 8AM TO 5PM - MONDAY TO FRIDAY

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting & Maintenance: General Ledger Management, recording of journal entries for various business transactions with 100% accuracy; Subsidiary Ledger Cleanup: review and reconcile Accounts Payable (AP) and Balance Sheet subsidiary ledgers to ensure they match the general ledger; Asset Management: maintain the fixed asset register and ensure accurate depreciation schedules.
2. Period-End Closing & Reporting: Monthly Closing according to the global/local finance calendar; Financial Reporting: generate the Trial Balance, Income Statement, and Balance Sheet summaries; Variance Analysis: provide preliminary commentary on expense fluctuations versus budget during month end close; Accounts Payable Payment Run: review payment schedule and ensure accuracy of HSBC upload.
3. Internal Controls & Compliance: ICS & SoD: adhere to Internal Control Systems and maintain strict Segregation of Duties to mitigate financial risks; Tax Compliance: support the preparation of monthly tax returns and ensure all documentation is audit-ready for the BIR; SSS/Pag-IBIG / PhilHealth preparation and remittance; Assist in Audit Coordination: assist in providing schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
4. Supply Chain Operations & Planning: prepare and maintain the monthly Sales & Operations Planning meetings, own and maintain the S&OP review files, and perform analysis to monitor demand, supply and inventory trends; follow up with the regional distribution hub to ensure timely shipment and delivery; analyze supply chain performance and drive actions to optimize operational effectiveness and service levels.
5. Inventory Management: manage inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability.
6. Order & Risk Management: monitor open orders and propose mitigation actions to minimize potential supply disruptions or business interruptions; work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve delivery or supply issues efficiently.
7. Regulatory & Cross-Functional Coordination: collaborate with the local team to ensure inbound shipments comply with regulatory and compliance requirements; support cross-functional coordination between supply chain, regulatory and logistics teams to ensure smooth end-to-end operations.