Senior Accountant (CPA)

Ubiquity; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ubiquity in the Philippines is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our finance team. You will drive month-end close, perform reconciliations, and prepare financial reporting for Kroll Issuer Services and Kroll Agency & Trustee Services, collaborating with the US team.

You should have CPA credentials, 5–7 years of accounting experience, and preferably Big 4 exposure. The role requires strong English skills and a readiness to work a graveyard/night shift on a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• CPA is required.
• US CPA certification is a strong advantage.
• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience with month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, reporting and analysis.
• Big 4 or large audit firm experience preferred, especially with complex accounting and multinational clients.
• Experience with US-based clients or US accounting and reporting processes is preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end closing, and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to work with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Corporate Finance to manage and monitor month-end close schedules for KIS and KATS.
• Consolidate and validate month-end schedules from stakeholders, ensuring timely submission.
• Review schedules and docs to identify discrepancies and reconciling items.
• Investigate reconciling items and ensure proper documentation and resolution.
• Prepare month-end financial reporting packages and variance analysis.
• Record month-end reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
• Perform account reconciliations and ensure records align with data.
• Collaborate with finance stakeholders to obtain information and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• Maintain organized documentation of reconciliations, JE, and schedules.
• Identify ways to improve efficiency and accuracy of close processes.
• Perform other finance-related tasks and special projects.

Skills

CPA

US CPA

Month-end close

Account reconciliations

Financial reporting

MS Excel

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

At Ubiquity, we live and breathe our mantra: Head, Heart, Hustle. This isn’t just a philosophy—it’s the foundation of who we are and what we do. As a Senior Accountant, you’llembody this mantra every day, delivering exceptional service with expertise, empathy, and a drive to succeed.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate closely with the Kroll Corporate Finance team to manage and monitor month-end close schedules for Kroll Issuer Services (KIS) and Kroll Agency & Trustee Services (KATS).
• Consolidate and aggregate month-end close schedules from various stakeholders, ensuring that all required financial information is complete, accurate, and submitted within established deadlines.
• Review month-end close schedules and supporting documentation to identify discrepancies, unusual balances, missing information, and potential reconciling items
• Investigate and follow up on reconciling items identified during the month-end close process and ensure that these are properly documented, resolved, and accurately recorded.
• Assist in the preparation of month-end financial reporting packages, schedules, and financial analysis, including reviewing account balances and identifying significant variances or trends.
• Prepare and record month-end reconciliation and adjusting journal entries in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures.
• Perform account reconciliations and validate that financial records are properly supported and aligned with the underlying accounting data.
• Coordinate with relevant finance and accounting stakeholders to obtain required information, resolve accounting issues, and ensure timely completion of month-end close activities.
• Assist in reviewing financial data and supporting schedules to ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of reconciliations, journal entries, supporting schedules, and other month-end close requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of month-end close and financial reporting processes.
• Perform other finance- and accounting-related activities and special projects as assigned by the management team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• US CPA certification is a strong advantage.
• 5–7 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with substantial exposure to month-end close, account reconciliation, journal entries, financial reporting, and financial analysis.
• Big 4 or large audit firm experience is highly preferred, particularly experience handling complex accounting, financial reporting, audit, or multinational clients.
• Experience working with US-based clients or US accounting and financial reporting processes is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and month-end closing procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to review financial schedules, supporting documents, and account balances and identify discrepancies or inconsistencies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate reconciling items and determine appropriate accounting treatment.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with large datasets, perform reconciliations, analyze financial information, and prepare detailed financial schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when reviewing financial records, reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with US-based stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with finance, accounting, and corporate teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight month-end closing deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where priorities and deadlines may change.
• Willingness to work on a graveyard/night shift to support US-based stakeholders and business operations.
• Willingness to work under a hybrid work arrangement.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential financial information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong ownership and accountability in completing assigned tasks and ensuring deliverables are accurate and submitted on time.

Why Join Us?

Head:Access to career development programs that help you grow professionally and personally.

Heart:Be part of a people-first culture that values your contributions and supports your aspirations.

Hustle:Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your hard work and dedication are celebrated.

At Ubiquity, we’re more than a workplace—we’re a community that’s invested in your success.