Senior Accountant | | Night Shift | With 40k Sign On Bonus

Teleperformance; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Teleperformance Philippines is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant – Corporate Accounting to lead journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close with a focus on cash management and balance sheet accuracy.

The role collaborates with finance and cross-functional teams to ensure GAAP compliance, support financial reporting, perform variance analysis, and drive process improvements across A&P and G&A accounts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Progressive accounting experience with general ledger knowledge.
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Corporate Accounting & Reconciliations: maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Month-End Close & Financial Reporting: post journal entries and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Variance Analysis: analyze fluctuations and provide insights.
• A&P and G&A Accounting: manage related expenses, accruals, and reporting.
• Planning, Forecasting & Business Support: assist FP&A and stakeholders with forecasts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: work with AP, Treasury, Tax, and FP&A teams.
• Process Improvement & Controls: identify control risks and drive improvements.
• Audit & Compliance Support: support SOX activities and audits.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Staff Accountant – Corporate Accounting

Position Summary

The Senior Staff Accountant – Corporate Accounting is responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities, with a primary focus on cash management, bank reconciliations, and balance sheet accounts. This role partners closely with finance and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting standards, support financial reporting, provide variance analysis, and drive continuous process improvements. The position also oversees A&P and G&A accounts and related balance sheet accounts while supporting planning, forecasting, audit, and compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Accounting & Reconciliations

• Prepare, review, and analyze timely reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• Manage cash accounting activities, including complex bank reconciliations involving third-party platform transactions.

• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in partnership with cross-functional teams.

• Maintain supporting documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

• Participate in month-end close activities, including the preparation and posting of journal entries.

• Ensure financial transactions and reporting comply with GAAP and applicable lease accounting standards.

• Execute month-end close processes within established deadlines and reporting requirements.

• Prepare and upload journal entries for wire transfers and other high-volume transactions.

Variance Analysis

• Perform monthly variance analysis comparing actual results against prior periods, forecasts, and budgets.

• Research, document, and explain significant fluctuations and trends.

• Provide meaningful insights and recommendations to management regarding financial performance.

A&P and G&A Accounting

• Maintain accounting activities related to Advertising & Promotion (A&P) and General & Administrative (G&A) expenses.

• Prepare and review accruals and prepaid account balances.

• Ensure accurate accounting treatment and reporting of related expenses and balance sheet accounts.

Planning, Forecasting & Business Support

• Support planning and forecasting activities related to A&P and G&A accounts.

• Partner with FP&A and business stakeholders to analyze actual results and forecast variances.

• Provide financial analysis and reporting support for departmental initiatives and decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Cash Operations, Treasury, Revenue Accounting, Tax, FP&A, and other business teams.

• Communicate effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional partners.

• Support management by providing accounting expertise, insights, and backup support as needed.

Process Improvement & Controls

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and operational efficiencies.

• Support compliance initiatives and maintain awareness of financial control risks.

• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement efforts.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Support SOX testing activities and compliance requirements.

• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.

• Respond to audit requests and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

Additional Responsibilities

• Resolve accounting issues and respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

• Prepare ad hoc reports, analyses, and presentations as requested.

• Support special projects and strategic initiatives.

• Foster a positive work environment by demonstrating company core values and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience

• Progressive accounting experience with strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and financial reporting.

• Experience with account reconciliations, month-end close, and journal entries.

• Experience supporting audits and SOX compliance activities preferred.

• Experience working in a multicurrency environment is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial accounting principles.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems/ERP platforms.

• Knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations, accrual accounting, and financial analysis.

• Familiarity with internal controls and compliance requirements.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong customer service orientation and commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Areas of Oversight

• Cash management and bank reconciliations

• Journal entry preparation and processing

• Balance sheet account reconciliations

• A&P and G&A accounting

• Accruals and prepaid accounts

• Month-end close and financial reporting

• Variance analysis and forecasting support

• Multicurrency accounting activities

• SOX compliance and audit support

• Process improvement and internal controls management