Senior Accountant

ACCIONA; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía in the Philippines seeks a Senior Accountant to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, treasury management, tax compliance and internal controls. The role ensures accurate records and timely month-end and year-end closes in line with Philippine regulatory requirements.

The candidate will work with business units, banks and auditors, driving process improvements and finance transformation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance required; CPA is a plus.
• Progressive accounting experience with 5–8 years total.
• 2+ years in a senior accounting role preferred.
• Experience in Philippine corporate accounting, treasury and reporting.
• SAP ERP and financial reporting under PFRS/IFRS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.
• Review journal entries, accruals, provisions, and reclassifications.
• Ensure compliance with PFRS/IFRS and internal policies.
• Manage cash position and liquidity forecasting.
• Prepare investment reports and coordinate with banks.
• Oversee tax compliance and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Financial Analysis

Attention to Detail

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance

CPA is a plus

Tools

SAP ERP

JPM Access

UnionBank Portal

BDO Business Online Banking

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the Company's accounting operations, financial reporting, treasury management, investment monitoring, tax compliance, and internal controls. The role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records, timely completion of month-end and year-end closing activities, compliance with Philippine regulatory requirements, and effective management of cash and investment portfolios.

The position requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented finance professional with strong experience in Philippine accounting and taxation, treasury and banking operations, SAP ERP system, and financial reporting under Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS/IFRS).

The Senior Accountant will work closely with business units, banks, auditors, tax authorities, and management while driving process improvements and finance transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting and General Ledger Management

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, provisions, reclassifications, and adjustments.
• Monitor compliance with PFRS/IFRS and company accounting policies.

Treasury and Cash Management

• Manage daily cash position and liquidity requirements.
• Prepare and review short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts.

Investment Management and Accounting

• Prepare investment portfolio reports for management review.
• Coordinate with banks and investment institutions regarding placements and investment strategies.

Tax Compliance and Regulatory Reporting

• Oversee the preparation and review of Philippine tax compliance requirements, including - Annual and Quarterly Income Tax Returns
• Assist in responding to BIR audits, assessments, and regulatory inquiries.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the business.

SAP ERP and Systems Management

• Act as a key user for SAP Financial Accounting (FI), Treasury and General Ledger modules.

Digital Banking and Electronic Payment Operations

• Manage digital banking platforms and electronic payment systems.

Digital banking platform experience is to:

• JPM Access
• UnionBank Portal
• BDO Business Online Banking
• Other corporate online banking platforms

Internal Controls, Audit and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with established finance policies and internal control procedures.

Team Leadership and Stakeholder Management

• Supervise and mentor Junior Accountant(s) and Accounting Assistant(s).

Required Skills and Competencies:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is a plus.

Experience

• Minimum 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 2 years in a senior accounting role.
• Experience in Philippine corporate accounting, treasury, and financial reporting.
• Experience handling investment accounting and cash management functions.
• Experience working with multinational companies, shared services, or large Philippine corporations is an advantage.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.