Senior Accountant

Global Payments Process Centre, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Payments Process Centre, Inc. is seeking an experienced accounting professional in Manila to lead month-end close, prepare complex journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will collaborate with auditors and business partners to maintain accurate financial reporting and drive process improvements.

The role emphasizes financial reporting, control, and mentorship of junior staff within a dynamic payments environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related Business field with 5+ years of accounting experience.
• CPA certification is an advantage.
• Experience in Credit Card Processing or Bankcard industry preferred.
• Knowledge of Oracle software/ERP or GL reconciliation tool.
• Strong MS Excel skills.
• Windows/PC experience with Excel 2007 basic use.
• Analytical thinking and data accuracy.
• Experience in Accounting / Cash Flow management.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with timely, accurate reporting.
• Review and post journal entries and reconciliations by junior staff.
• Prepare complex journal entries, accruals, allocations, and corrections.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations with variance analysis.
• Analyze and report variances to finance management.
• Ensure transactions comply with GAAP, SOX, and regulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external auditors for audits.
• Identify and implement process improvements for accuracy and efficiency.
• Work with business partners and operations to ensure accurate reporting.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and assist with development.

Skills

Accounting degree & experience

CPA certification

Credit card processing experience

Oracle ERP / GL tools

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Accounting / cash flow

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in related Business field

CPA Certification

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services. Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results. We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions. Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, plus 3 or more years of accounting experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in related Business field plus 5 or more years of accounting experience

• CPA Certification is an advantage and nice to have

• Preferably with Credit Card Processing or Bankcard industry experience

• Knowledge of Oracle software/ERP or any GL reconciliation tool

• Sound skills in MS Excel

• Windows/PC experience – Microsoft Excel 2007 – normal user

• Analytical Skills

• Accounting / Cash Flow

Production and Financial Reporting:

• Lead and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Serve as a primary reviewer and poster of journal entries and reconciliations prepared by Junior and Staff Accountants, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Prepare complex journal entries, including accruals, allocations, and correcting entries, ensuring proper portfolio maintenance.

• Perform advanced balance sheet account reconciliations, conducting in-depth variance analysis and escalating risks when necessary.

• Analyze and report financial statement variances, providing clear and concise insights to the Accounting and Finance management team.

• Ensure all financial transactions and records adhere to GAAP, SOX, and federal and state regulations, as well as company policies.

• Act as a liaison with internal departments and external auditors, providing financial insights and supporting audit requirements.

• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

• Work closely with business partners, operations teams, and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and efficient financial reporting.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to Junior and Staff Accountants, assisting in professional development and issue resolution.

Projects, Process Optimization & Technology Enhancements:

• Actively contribute to the automation and enhancement of accounting processes, supporting system integrations and efficiency improvements.

• Assist with financial system upgrades, participating in SIT, SAT/UAT testing, and post-mortem discussions to ensure smooth transitions.

• Participate in corporate special projects, including process automation, system migrations, and data integrity enhancements.

• Support the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), onboarding documentation, and variance logs.

• Identify operational inefficiencies in reconciliation and reporting workflows, proposing and implementing data-driven solutions.

• Participate in interdepartmental projects, committees, and initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial and operational objectives.

• Assist management in tracking project milestones, dependencies, and issue resolution logs to ensure timely completion of financial projects.

Regulatory Compliance, Safeguarding & Audit Support

• Ensure accounting records and financial reports comply with safeguarding, data protection, and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in internal and external audits related to safeguarding, compliance, and regulatory reporting.

• Prepare and submit regulatory filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission in accordance with industry regulations.

• Support compliance training efforts to ensure internal teams understand financial controls, policies, and regulatory expectations.

• Monitor and assess compliance changes affecting accounting, settlement processes, and reporting systems, providing recommendations for necessary updates.

Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment or provide feedback about the accessibility of this website, please contact ••••@globalpayments.com.