General Accountant Senior Officer

PHINMA Property Holdings Corporation; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PHINMA Property Holdings Corporation is seeking a General Accounting Senior Officer to oversee general accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls. The role ensures accurate, timely financial records and reports in line with accounting standards and company policies.

You will lead month-end and year-end close, coordinate with auditors and tax authorities, and supervise accounting staff while enhancing control environments across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy with CPA preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive general accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax compliance and internal controls.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems; able to analyze data and drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and coordination with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close, including journal review and working papers.
• Review balance sheet and income statement schedules for accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare final financial statements, notes, and audit requirements.
• Oversee tax compliance activities including VAT and income tax computations.
• Monitor reconciliations for key accounts and maintain control policies.
• Relax responsibilities by supervising staff and coordinating with auditors and authorities.

Skills

General accounting

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Excel

ERP systems

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Summary

The General Accounting Senior Officer is responsible for overseeing general accounting activities, financial reporting, tax compliance, account reconciliations, and internal accounting controls. The role ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timely preparation of financial records and reports, while supporting compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Lead month-end and year-end financial closing activities, including review of journal entries and working papers.
• Review and monitor balance sheet and income statement schedules to ensure accuracy and completeness, and integrity of financial records.
• Prepare and finalize financial statement lead schedules, notes to the financial statements, and audit requirements.
• Oversee tax compliance activities, including VAT returns, income tax computations, deferred taxes, and other regulatory reporting requirements.

Accounting Operations & Controls

• Monitor and review key account reconciliations, including receivables, inventories, loans, fixed assets, lease liabilities, and investment properties.
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and reconciling items, including retention receivable variances and account offsetting matters.
• Review and approve Requests for Payment (RFPs), Accounts Payable Vouchers (APVs), and other transactions within the approval authority matrix.
• Review and approve buyer refunds, Statements of Account, Certificates of Full Payment, and early move-in requests.
• Ensure proper maintenance of accounting records, chart of accounts, accruals, and financial reporting controls.
• Review, strengthen, and implement internal control policies and procedures to ensure compliance, safeguard company assets, mitigate financial and operational risks, and improve process efficiency.

Others

• Manage banking activities, including online banking administration, account enrollment, fund transfers, and verification procedures.
• Supervise and provide guidance to accounting personnel, ensuring the timely and accurate completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Coordinate with external and internal auditors, tax authorities, banks, and other internal departments on accounting, reporting, tax, and compliance matters.
• Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as may be assigned by management.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or a related field; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• At least 5–7 years of progressive experience in general accounting, financial reporting, and related accounting functions.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, account reconciliation, tax compliance, and internal controls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems/ERP platforms.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Good communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.