Property Accountant

SALES RAIN BPO, INC.; Quezon City; Hybrid; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

SALES RAIN BPO, INC. seeks an experienced finance professional to manage the end-to-end accounting for the Australian MLR portfolio from its Manila base.

The role covers AP, AR, cash flow forecasting, general ledger ownership, month-end close and financial analysis. You will collaborate with property accountants and the head office, mentor junior staff, drive process improvements and ensure compliance with Australian GST/BAS requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a similar accounting role, including ownership of month-end and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Xero (or a comparable cloud accounting platform).
• Previous exposure to Australian GST/BAS requirements, or the hotel and property industry.
• Experience working across multiple entities or a portfolio of business units.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain understanding of the Australian MLR business model.
• Review and oversee Accounts Payable to ensure bills coded, approved and paid within terms.
• Review and oversee Accounts Receivable to ensure invoices are accurate and aged receivables are managed.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts and flag funding requirements.
• Own the general ledger, month-end procedures and financial analysis for the portfolio.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations with supporting documentation and resolve reconciling items.
• Prepare management reports and KPI analysis with variance commentary.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Collaborate with Property Accountants, Assistant Accountants and head office team.
• Support and mentor junior team members in their development.
• Contribute to best practice and process improvement as part of the finance team.
• Undertake other duties as directed by Financial Controller or CFO.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

Tools

Xero

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:-

• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the Australian Management and Letting Rights (MLR) business model.


• Review and oversee the Accounts Payable function to ensure all supplier bills are correctly coded, approved and paid within terms.


• Review and oversee the Accounts Receivable function to ensure invoices are accurate and complete, and that the aged receivables ledger is actively managed.


• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts for the portfolio and flag funding requirements in advance.


• Take complete ownership of the general ledger, month-end procedures and financial analysis for the allocated portfolio.


• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations with clear supporting documentation and resolve reconciling items promptly.


• Prepare management reports and KPI analysis, including commentary on variances to budget and prior year.


• Using a sound understanding of the business, assist in preparing accurate annual budgets and periodic forecasts.


• Work collaboratively with the Property Accountants, the Assistant Accountants and the head office team to achieve the best outcomes for the portfolio.


• Support and mentor junior team members in their professional development and further education.


• Contribute to best practice and process improvement as part of the wider finance team.


• Undertake other duties as reasonably directed by the Financial Controller or the Chief Financial Officer.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:-

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline.


• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).


• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a similar accounting role, including ownership of month-end and balance sheet reconciliations.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Desirable

• Experience with Xero (or a comparable cloud accounting platform).


• Previous exposure to Australian businesses, Australian GST/BAS requirements, or the hotel and property industry.


• Experience working across multiple entities or a portfolio of business units.

Skills and Attributes:-

• Strong analytical skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.


• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.


• Well organised, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines under pressure with minimal supervision.


• A genuine interest in learning the Australian Management and Letting Rights (MLR) business model and the hotel industry.


• A collaborative team player who takes ownership of their portfolio and supports colleagues.


• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity and continuous improvement.

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS:-

The role is based in Manila and works Australian business hours with the Brisbane head office team. Full training and support will be provided. On successful completion of the probation period (or earlier depending on performance), a hybrid working arrangement (WFH) is available, subject to business needs and continued performance.

Shift Time: 06:00 AM to 03:0\u0030 PM