Junior General Accountant

Michael Page International Recruitment Philippines; Makati; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International Recruitment Philippines is seeking an Accountant to manage journal entries and general ledger reconciliations in a fast-paced shared services environment. The role requires a CPA or equivalent and 1–3 years of related experience, with proficiency in SAP/Blackline and MS Office.

Fluency in English essential, with ability to work night shifts during month-end. The successful candidate will perform close processes, ensure data integrity, and provide timely financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA or equivalent certification is preferred.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in shared services.
• Experience with account reconciliations and GAAP/IFRS.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with accuracy.
• Ensure data integrity and timely financial information.
• Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items.
• Maintain standard chart of accounts and prepare account analyses.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

English fluency

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Night shift availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparation and posting of journal entries

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy in entries and compliance with accounting standards.

• Ensure data integrity and prepare financial information as required, in accordance with expected accuracy, timeliness and accessibility.

• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

• Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, balance sheet accounts, etc., and resolve the reconciling items promptly.

• Maintaining accountability for the standard chart of accounts and for the preparation of account analysis/reconciliations on a timely basis.

• Support internal and external audits.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• CPA or equivalent certification is preferred.

• 1-3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a shared services environment.

• Experience with account reconciliations.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).

• Proficiency in using accounting software (e.g. SAP, Blackline) and Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, Word).

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Fluent English language communication skills required.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Can work night shift during month end.