Remote - Accounting Manager (Night Shift)

Anchored Global Office; Muntinlupa; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchored Global Office is seeking an Engagement Manager based in the Philippines to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis for client engagements.

The role oversees agreed-upon procedures and management report reviews, providing leadership in communicating results, budgets, and recommendations. You will mentor staff, manage time, and stay current with accounting developments for diverse client industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting operations and financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis of financial results for client.
• Oversee agreed-upon procedure engagements and review client management reports.
• Provide leadership in communicating financial results and recommendations to clients.
• Lead scope of work and budget preparation for engagements.
• Train and develop staff; manage performance and growth opportunities.
• Maintain awareness of developments in accounting standards and client industries.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Accounting systems

Leadership

Team leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Job description

About the job

Note:
1. This position is open to applicants based in the Philippines only.
2. The internal job title for this role is Engagement Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the following:

1. Management of accounting operations and financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis of financial results of the Firm’s client;

2. Oversee special and agreed upon procedure engagements and review of ongoing and ad hoc management reports.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Perform or oversees the Firm’s client accounting or bookkeeping function which may include but is not limited to the monthly close process, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, journal entry preparation and review, monthly reconciliation activities, payroll preparation and reporting. All to be completed in a timely manner and in accordance with GAAP and Firm standardized policies and processes

• Perform, delegate and supervises “agreed upon procedure” engagement or other special engagement requested by the client

• Identifies areas for improvement in the Firm and client workflows and processes with an ultimate objective of enhancing and improving ongoing processes. Recommends and implements enhancements and best practices to increase efficiencies and effectiveness.

• Provides leadership in the creation, interpretation and communication of financial results, issues, and recommendations to client.

• Manage the preparation of scope of work and budget for a client engagement

• Provides effective leadership to employees and/or teams through providing work direction.

• Interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training; communicating performance expectations & providing feedback on performance, recognition, coaching, employee counseling reports; creating and recommending career growth opportunities and employee development plans.

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of research techniques and the various sources available

• Maintain accurate records of time and expenses to ensure proper client billing.

• Comply with relevant Continuing Professional Education Requirements of PICPA and/or the Firm.

• Maintain awareness and understanding of developments in accounting field and in client industries.

• Establish and maintain good relationships with client and client’s representative

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting – Required

• 8+ years of progressive experience in Finance & Accounting or comparable experience Required

• With a minimum one (1) year prior experience with a CPA firm or five (5) years prior experience with an outsourcing or shared service company – Strongly Preferred

• CPA certification or equivalent work experience a plus

• Demonstrate ability to apply principles of accounting to analyze and prepare financial information

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office - Required

• Ability to learn, implement and train others on accounting systems - Required

• Ability to work in a large, complex, dynamic, client organization where a high degree of ambiguity and change exists - Required

• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees including senior leadership - Required

• Ability to work autonomously and as a team leader - Required

• Strong problem solving and analysis skills – Required

• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills – Required

CORE COMPETENCIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Project Management - Coordinates projects; Completes own projects on time and within budget

Customer Service - Responds to requests for service from clients and assistance from team members and partners; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Available to work after normal business hours when required.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to Firm’s management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.