General Ledger Accountant

Dole Asia Company Limited; Davao del Sur; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Anniversary Gifts

Annual Appraisal

Employee Recognition Program

Holiday Gifts

Job summary

A leading agricultural company is seeking an Accountant, General Ledger in Davao City. This role involves maintaining the integrity of financial records, performing account reconciliations, variance analysis, and preparing for audits. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Accountancy, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in MS Excel and SAP. This position offers significant responsibilities within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accountancy; CPA is a plus.
• 3+ years of related experience with solid US GAAP knowledge.
• Prior experience with global organizations is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end general ledger accounting processes.
• Prepare audit schedules and liaise with external auditors.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and variance analysis.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

MS Office proficiency

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

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The Accountant, General Ledger is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the company’s financial records by managing end-to-end general ledger accounting processes. This role supports timely and compliant financial reporting through accurate journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. The position also plays a key role in audit readiness, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external auditors, and identifying process improvements to strengthen financial controls and reporting efficiency.

General Ledger Accounting

• Perform end-to-end GL accounting functions, from transaction recording to financial reporting, across multiple company codes.
• Prepare and post journal entries related to employee expenses and other assigned areas in the general ledger on a periodic basis.
• Ensure transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with internal policies, accounting standards, and timelines.
• Maintain and manage the full set of accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepare intercompany balance confirmations and assist in reconciliation of intercompany accounts.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closings of books for assigned entities in accordance with accounting standards.

Account Reconciliation

• Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, clearing aged open items, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations to ensure all balances are properly supported and reflect accurate financial position.
• Investigate and clear historical or reconciling items in a timely and systematic manner.
• Ensure reconciliations are clear, up to date, and auditable.

Variance Analysis

• Perform monthly and quarterly variance analysis on general ledger accounts, identifying significant fluctuations and their underlying drivers.
• Analyze period-over-period and quarter-over-quarter variances for assigned accounts to provide insights into performance trends.
• Support financial reporting processes with insights on trends and account movements.

Audit and Statutory Support

• Prepare audit schedules and provide documentation to support statutory reporting requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and internal stakeholders to address audit queries and facilitate smooth audit execution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Finance, HR, and other relevant departments to ensure completeness and accuracy of accounting entries.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely submission of inputs for journal entries and reconciliations.

Continuous Improvement and Special Projects

• Identify areas for improvement in accounting processes, tools, and controls.
• Participate in or lead special projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and quality of general ledger activities.

Education

• A graduate of Accountancy; a Certified Public Accountant, a plus

Work Experience

• 3+ years of related experience with solid US GAAP/accounting knowledge
• Prior experience with a global organization and foreign exchange is helpful

Special Skills

• Strong analytical and issue-resolution skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and initiative are required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as a cooperative team member.
• Proven ability to perform under tight timelines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literate with high proficiency in MS Office applications – Excel is required.
• Experience in SAP is preferred

Other Requirements

• Willing to be based in Davao City
• Willing to travel to offsite activities and Business unit visits
• Willing to travel extensively if sent during migration period

SAP Certified Public Accountant General Ledger Financial Analysis Financial Statements Compliance Financial Reporting General Ledger Accounting Audit Reconciliations

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Arman Montero

HR Officer Dole Asia Company Limited

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