Project Accountant

China Telecom Global; Manila; On-site; PHP 893,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

China Telecom Global is seeking a finance professional to oversee project accounting activities in Manila. You will manage financial operations for projects, including CIP capitalization, asset transfers, and providing financial support for contracts and procurement.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in telecom finance, strong ethics, and excellent English communication. Overseas experience is a plus; Chinese language ability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or related discipline.
• At least 3 years of finance or accounting experience in the telecommunications industry.
• Overseas work experience preferred.
• Strong ethics; familiar with financial management policies and procedures.
• Strong project analysis, problem-solving, and professional judgment.
• Good communication skills, teamwork, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English; Chinese proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle financial accounting and related financial management activities for project operations.
• Manage accounting and financial treatment of project materials and construction in progress (CIP), capitalization, and asset transfers.
• Manage accounts payable and monitor aging of outstanding balances and intercompany receivables/payables.
• Provide financial support for project contracts and procurement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

Skills

Financial management

Accounts reconciliation

Cost control

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Financial Management

Job description

Responsible for project accounting activities, including project financial management, accounts reconciliation, and cost control. Key responsibilities include:

• Handle financial accounting and related financial management activities for project operations.
• Manage the accounting and financial treatment of project materials and construction in progress (CIP), including the capitalization of completed projects and the transfer of construction in progress to fixed assets, as well as providing related financial support.
• Manage accounts payable and monitor the aging of outstanding balances and other intercompany/business receivables and payables.
• Provide financial support for project contracts and procurement activities.
• Perform other important duties and assignments authorized or delegated by the Finance Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, or other related disciplines.
• At least 3 years of finance or accounting experience in the telecommunications industry. Overseas work experience is preferred.
• High standards of professional ethics; familiar with relevant financial management policies, regulations, and the company's financial management policies and procedures. Familiar with financial accounting and general accounting processes, with strong professional judgment and project analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong sense of responsibility, good communication skills, strong teamwork capabilities, and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good command of spoken and written English, with the ability to communicate effectively in English in daily work and professional settings. Chinese language proficiency is preferred.