Senior Analyst Accounting

Northern Trust; Manila; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Manila is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations, including reconciliations, posting entries, and invoice processing.

You will assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, support audits and variance analysis, and help uphold internal controls and accurate financial records. Shift timing is 8PM-5AM, with a collaborative, service-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, AP/AR, and invoice processing.
• Knowledge of general ledger processes and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and able to meet daily deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare balancing reports and verify financial data.
• Review balance sheet accounts and schedules for unusual items.
• Post daily accounting entries with appropriate documentation.
• Record accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions accurately.
• Process invoices, code items, and route for approvals.
• Balance and verify intercompany accounts and resolve differences.
• Prepare audit confirmations and provide supporting records.
• Prepare variance analyses and explain significant movements.
• Maintain organized accounting records and comply with policies.

Skills

Account reconciliations

Journal entries

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Excel proficiency

General ledger

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records. The successful candidate will perform account reconciliations, prepare balancing reports, post accounting entries, process invoices, support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, and assist with audit and variance analysis requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare daily balancing reports and verify the completeness and accuracy of financial data.
• Review balance sheet accounts and supporting schedules to identify unusual or outstanding items.
• Prepare and post daily accounting entries with appropriate documentation and approvals.
• Record accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions accurately and on time.
• Process invoices, verify supporting documentation, apply appropriate coding, and route items for approval.
• Balance and verify internal and intercompany accounts, resolving differences in coordination with relevant teams.
• Prepare and respond to audit confirmation requests and provide supporting records for internal and external audits.
• Prepare variance analysis reports, explain significant movements, and elevate unresolved issues.
• Maintain organized accounting records and comply with established policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Required Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and invoice processing.
• Working knowledge of general ledger processes, balance sheet accounts, and fundamental accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting or enterprise resource planning systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting daily deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume or deadline-driven accounting environment.
• Experience supporting internal or external audits and preparing variance explanations.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis.
• Experience with intercompany or internal account balancing.

Core Competencies

Attention to detail

• Financial accuracy
• Accountability
• Analytical thinking
• Time management
• Clear communication
• Teamwork
• Process discipline

Shift timing: 8PM - 5AM

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at ••••@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Manila Office

The Northern Trust Manila office celebrated a decade of excellence in 2024. Through agility, resiliency, innovation, and excellence, they have evolved into a dynamic hub with diverse capabilities and a thriving workforce of over 1,200 - driving meaningful impact and sustainable growth. Learn more.