Payroll and Accounting Specialist (AU Experience Required)

KMC Solutions; Makati; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

KMC Solutions in Makati, Philippines seeks an experienced finance professional to manage day-to-day accounting, month-end closing, and forecasting support while partnering with the Sydney Finance Team. The role covers AP/AR, reconciliations, and system improvements to drive efficiency.

You will work on month-end reporting, balance sheets, and assist with year-end audits, ensuring accuracy and timely financial insights for leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of total experience in general accounting, including payroll and AR/AP management.
• Strong background in AU or NZ payroll and accounting standards; US standards a plus.
• Hands-on experience with major ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals and depreciation; produce P&L and Balance Sheet statements.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and assist external accountants with year-end statements and tax returns.
• Provide insights on financial performance, cost trends, and profitability; support process improvements.
• Support ad hoc reporting, maintain data accuracy in accounting systems, and assist with administration.

Skills

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Payroll

Stakeholder management

Systems/process improvement

Operational support

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This offshore role manages day-to-day finance operations, month-end closing, reconciliations, and forecasting support. Acting as a key partner to executive leadership, the position supports the Sydney Finance Team while helping execute overall financial strategy.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

• Day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, receipts, and supplier statements.

Month-End Closing and Reporting

• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, amortization and other provisions.

• Prepare month-end financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet, and variance analysis.

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all Balance Sheet accounts, including bank, debtors, creditors, accruals, provisions, intercompany balances, fixed assets and tax accounts.

• Assist external accountants with year-end financial statements and tax returns.

• Provide insights on financial performance, cost trends, and profitability.

• Assist with year-end close and preparation of audit documentation.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain accounting systems and ensure data accuracy.

• Streamline processes and recommend improvements for efficiency.

• Support implementation of new software or tools (e.g., accounting systems, payroll systems, reporting tools).

Operational Support

• Support the Company Accountant / Group Financial Controller with ad hoc reporting and analysis.

Stakeholder Management

• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth finance operation.

Office and Administration

• Provide general support to team members when and where required with any additional workload, including filing all office documentation related to administration and finance.

Qualifications:

• Relevant Experience: Minimum of 4 years of total experience in general accounting, including payroll, end-to-end Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) management.

• Regional/Compliance Knowledge: Strong background in Australian (AU) or New Zealand (NZ) payroll and accounting standards and compliance required; experience with US accounting standards is an advantage.

• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with major ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools.

• Core Competencies:

  • Month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations.

  • Systems and process improvement to drive operational efficiency.

  • Operational support and administrative function assistance.

  • Strong stakeholder management and collaborative communication skills.