Senior Accounting Specialist

KMZD GROUP; Makati; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

KMZD GROUP is seeking a Senior Accounting Specialist to ensure accurate accounting, compliance, and timely reporting. You will oversee daily operations, lead AR, billing, tax filing, and month-/year-end closes, while implementing robust controls and process improvements.

The role requires strong knowledge of Philippine accounting standards, taxation, and regulatory requirements, with excellent analytical, leadership, and Excel skills to drive accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of Philippine taxation and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial data and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated leadership and people-management capabilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations.
• Ensure accurate recording, classification, and reconciliation of financial transactions.
• Supervise Accounts Receivable, Billing/Invoicing and Collections.
• Review journal entries, invoices, billings, schedules, and supporting documents.
• Monitor month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns and government reports.
• Monitor compliance with BIR and other government requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting controls and procedures.
• Supervise and train receivable, billing and collection personnel.

Skills

Accounting principles

Philippine taxation

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Xero

Job description

About the role

The Senior Accounting Specialist is accountable for the accuracy, completeness, integrity, and timely delivery of the company's accounting and compliance and is authorized to recommend improvements to accounting policies, procedures, controls, staffing, and financial processes.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of the company

• Ensure accurate recording, classification, and reconciliation of financial transactions

• Supervise Accounts Receivable, Billing / Invoicing and Collection

• Review journal entries, invoices, billings, schedules, and supporting documents

• Monitor month-end and year-end closing activities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of applicable tax returns and government reports

• Monitor compliance with BIR and other relevant government requirements

• Develop, implement, and maintain effective accounting controls and procedures

• Supervise, train, and develop receivable, billing and collection personnel

About you

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting

• Knowledge of Philippine taxation and regulatory requirements

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Good leadership and people-management skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

• Knowledgeable in Xero

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines