Senior Accounting Assistant

World Bank; Manila; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An international financial institution is seeking a Senior Accounting Assistant in Manila, Philippines. The ideal candidate should possess a professional accounting qualification and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include monitoring General Ledger accounts, preparing financial reports, and working with SAP FI. The position offers a contract of 3 years with benefits like medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Medical insurance

Paid leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Fresh graduates welcome; post-qualification experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all General Ledger accounts and prepare periodic reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly Trial Balance; analyze and explain variances.
• Assist in developing data analytics and trends for reporting needs.

Skills

Accounting principles

GL posting

Bank reconciliations

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

SAP FI

Power BI

Tableau

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA)

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Taxation

Tools

SAP FI

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Overview

Senior Accounting Assistant – World Bank Group. Job #: req34442. Location: Manila, Philippines. Term: 3 years. Grade: GD. Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment. Required language: English. Closing Date: 10/10/2025 (11:59 pm UTC).

The World Bank Group is a global partnership of five institutions focused on reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development. The World Bank Finance & Accounting (WFA) Vice Presidency oversees financial reporting and internal controls for IBRD, IDA, and the Trust Fund/Partnership portfolio, administering disbursements for Bank lending and supporting corporate expenses.

WFA is organized into three departments: (1) Corporate Accounting and Reporting, (2) Trust Funds and Loans, and (3) Financial Controls. WFA Financial Operations (WFAFO) is a division responsible for recording and reporting the World Bank Group’s administrative expenses and fixed assets, with a combined financial statement value of nearly $4.0B. This includes delivering core accounting services, maintaining internal controls, and providing leadership on complex accounting issues related to administrative expenses and functions: (i) Travel Accounting, Accounts Payable, Fixed Asset and Lease Accounting, Quality Assurance and Country Office Accounting (WFATA); (ii) Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Tax Allowance Administration; (iii) Helpdesk Operations (WFAAN). WFAGP processes vendor payments for HQ units and 120+ country offices and is located in Chennai, reporting to WFATA.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor all General Ledger accounts and prepare periodic reconciliations; follow up with clients and other units on aged and critical items.
• Prepare monthly Trial Balance; analyze and explain variances and aged items.
• Provide inputs to Management Reporting and Analysis.
• Compile and monitor KPIs and metrics monthly with benchmark data; explain significant variances.
• Liaise with the Data Analytics team to obtain monthly MIS reports and explain major variances.
• Assist in developing data analytics and trends to support adhoc reporting needs; prepare reports as needed.
• Implement relevant accounting policies and KPIs, with monthly benchmark data and variance explanations.
• Execute General Ledger accounting entries and conduct Chart of Account maintenance.
• Participate in user testing (UAT) and implementation of new systems, applications, tools, and reports to enhance efficiency and standardization.
• Process payments to staff and vendors within service standards and contractual terms, in accordance with established guidelines.
• Apply US GAAP accrual accounting principles as required.
• Respond to queries from vendors and units related to payments; maintain client rapport and provide reliable service.

Selection Criteria

Note: Only applicants who are nationals, legal residents, or otherwise have legal presence in the duty station and are authorized to work there will be considered.

What you will bring

Education

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA or an equivalent designation).
• Fresh graduates welcome; post-qualification experience is an added advantage.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Finance, Accounting, Taxation) is a plus.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of accounting principles, accounting policies, and ICFR requirements.
• Experience with GL posting, bank reconciliations, and basic accounting reports.
• Experience with SAP FI is required; Power BI and Tableau are desirable. Exposure to PeopleSoft is a plus.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience in preparing aging analyses and trial balance reporting; experience resolving issues with stakeholders.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly; experience with integrated, automated accounting systems of comparable complexity to SAP.

Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Client-focused, flexible, and able to work with diverse teams.
• World Bank Group Culture Attributes: Sense of Urgency; Thoughtful Risk Taking; Empowerment and Accountability.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including retirement, medical, life and disability insurance, and paid leave, with reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.