Senior Associate

radix hr; Philippines; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Job summary

radix hr in the Philippines seeks a mid-level financial professional to lead financial reporting and client deliverables. The role focuses on IFRS/PFRS compliance, budgeting, profitability analysis, and mentoring junior staff.

You will drive financial modeling and cost optimization while expanding client advisory skills through engagement management and strategic guidance.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required; Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or Business.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial statement prep and ensure IFRS/PFRS compliance.
• Review reports and provide actionable recommendations.
• Oversee payroll, AP/AR reporting and reconciliations.
• Develop client accounting systems and chart of accounts.
• Drive government process efficiency and documentation.
• Provide financial advisory, budgeting, and cost optimization.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial reporting

Client relationship management

Budgeting & profitability analysis

Financial modeling

Leadership & mentorship

Process optimization

IFRS / PFRS / Philippine tax

Engagement management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

CPA certification

CMA, CFA, or MBA (advantage)

Job description

Leads mid-level engagements, ensures accuracy in financial deliverables, and begins to develop client advisory skills.

Job Responsibilities

1.Financial Reporting and Client Deliverables

• Lead financial statement preparation and analysis, ensuring compliance with IFRS, PFRS, and tax regulations.
• Review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, identifying inconsistencies and providing recommendations.
• Ensure accurate recording of transactions, reconciliations, and adjustments for client accounts.
• Supervise payroll processing, accounts payable (AP), and accounts receivable (AR) reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead in the set-up of the client’s accounting system which includes chart of accounts, transaction flow, pro-forma entries and accounting treatment of clients’ transactions.
• Ensure efficiency of completion of government processes by reviewing documents, recommending cost-efficient strategies, monitoring processing timelines, coordinating with government agencies on issues, and updating internal process manuals.

2.Financial Advisory and Business Consulting

• Perform financial health assessments, trend analysis, and client cash flow forecasting.
• Provide profitability analysis, budgeting support, and cost optimization recommendations.
• Assist clients with financial decision-making, and investment analysis.
• Develop financial models for business expansion, cost-cutting, or strategic planning initiatives.

3.Leadership, Training, and Mentorship

• Review and provide feedback on financial reports, reconciliations, and other deliverables prepared by Junior Associates.
• Conduct training sessions and mentoring programs for Junior Associates on financial analysis and compliance.
• Mentor junior staff, helping them develop technical expertise

4.Client Relationship Management and Business Development

• Serve as the primary client contact for assigned engagements, ensuring high quality service and responsiveness.
• Maintain and strengthen long-term client relationships, identifying additional service opportunities.
• Prepare client proposals, engagement letters, and presentations to support business development efforts.

5.Process Improvement and Operational Efficiency

• Identify and implement efficiency improvements in financial reporting, automation, and engagement workflows.
• Leverage technology to improve client accounting processes and reporting accuracy.
• Maintain proper documentation, audit trails, and compliance records to ensure firm-wide consistency.

6.Risk Management and Compliance

• Ensure all financial reports meet legal, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Review compliance procedures for client financial records, and statutory obligations.
• Assist clients in preparing for external audits

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; CPA required; CMA, CFA, or MBA is an advantage
• 3–5 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, or financial consulting, with exposure to client engagements.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Strong financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and variance analysis expertise.
• Client Relationship Management: Ability to maintain strong client engagement, communication, and consulting skills.
• Business Advisory Expertise: Experience in budgeting, profitability analysis, financial modeling, and cost optimization.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Proven ability to guide and train junior team members.
• Process Optimization: Ability to identify and implement efficiency improvements in financial operations.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of IFRS, PFRS, and Philippine tax regulations