General / Cost Accountant

Private Advertiser; San Juan; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Metro Manila seeks a detail-oriented General / Cost Accountant (CPA) to manage cost accounting, monitor manufacturing expenses, and support tax compliance. You will provide accurate costing reports to aid decisions and optimize inventory control.

The role requires CPA accreditation, proficiency in Excel, and experience with cost and manufacturing accounting. Collaboration with production and audit teams is essential for accurate financial records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Experience in general accounting, cost accounting, manufacturing accounting, or inventory accounting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, cost variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with Philippine taxation and BIR requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.
• Experience with ERP or computerized accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and maintain manufacturing cost and expense data.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, including standard vs actual costs and variances.
• Analyze product costs, landed costs, profit margins, and cost forecasts.
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Support general accounting activities including reconciliations and month-/year-end closing.
• Prepare and assist in filing applicable tax returns (VAT, withholding tax, and income tax).
• Ensure compliance with BIR requirements, including CAS regulations.
• Assist in internal and external audits.
• Coordinate with production, materials control, audit, and other departments for accurate records.

Skills

CPA

Cost accounting

General accounting

Manufacturing accounting

Inventory accounting

Excel

MS Office

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

ERP software

CAS

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical General / Cost Accountant (CPA) to manage cost accounting activities, monitor manufacturing expenses, and support general accounting and tax compliance. The role will provide accurate financial and costing reports to support business decisions, inventory control, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, analyze, and maintain manufacturing cost and expense data.

• Prepare monthly cost reports, including standard versus actual costs, material variances, and expense analysis.

• Analyze product costs, landed costs, profit margins, and cost forecasts.

• Coordinate physical inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, and monitor obsolete inventory.

• Support general accounting activities, including account reconciliations and month-end and year-end closing.

• Prepare and assist in filing applicable tax returns, including VAT, withholding tax, and income tax.

• Ensure compliance with BIR requirements, including computerized accounting system (CAS) regulations.

• Assist in internal, external, and BIR audits.

• Coordinate with Production, Materials Control, Audit, and other departments to ensure accurate financial and inventory records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy.

• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

• Experience in general accounting, cost accounting, manufacturing accounting, or inventory accounting is preferred.

• Knowledge of manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, cost variance analysis, and financial reporting.

• Familiarity with Philippine taxation and BIR requirements.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications.

• Experience with ERP or computerized accounting systems is an advantage.