Hospitality Project Accountant — Budget & Compliance

Filinvest Development Corporation; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Filinvest Hospitality Corp. is seeking a Project Accounting Specialist to oversee accounting for hospitality development projects, ensuring accurate records and timely closing. The role supports budgeting, variance analysis, and compliant financial reporting across project teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of project accounting experience, proficiency in ERP systems and Excel, and an understanding of Philippine tax and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy from a recognized university or college.
• CPA is preferred; professional license in Accountancy or relevant finance certifications is an advantage.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in real estate, hospitality, high‑rise, township, or property development projects.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, financial reporting, budget monitoring, accounts payable, and cost control processes.
• Working knowledge of Philippine tax regulations and statutory compliance, including BIR, SEC, and LGU requirements.
• Proficient in ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel, with strong analytical, reconciliation, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project accounting activities, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions and timely month-end and year-end closing.
• Monitor project expenditures by preparing and reviewing actual versus budget reports and approved funding utilization.
• Ensure the timely processing and review of vendor payments, check vouchers, telegraphic transfers, and other project-related disbursements.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reports, account reconciliations, and financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with BIR, SEC, LGU, and other regulatory requirements, including tax filings, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Support project teams by providing financial insights, cost monitoring, and budget variance analysis.
• Champion the effective use of accounting systems and digital platforms while identifying opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including project development teams, auditors, and government agencies, to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Provide guidance and technical support to team members to promote adherence to accounting policies, internal controls, and best practices.

Skills

Project accounting

Budget monitoring

Financial reporting

Accounts payable

Cost control

Data analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Accountancy

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Filinvest Hospitality Corp. is seeking a Project Accounting Specialist to oversee accounting for hospitality development projects, ensuring accurate records and timely closing. The role supports budgeting, variance analysis, and compliant financial reporting across project teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of project accounting experience, proficiency in ERP systems and Excel, and an understanding of Philippine tax and regulatory requirements.