Senior Finance & Accounting Specialist

Corporate Directors, Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Corporate Directors, Inc. seeks a Senior Finance & Accounting Specialist to oversee accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit coordination. The role ensures timely month-end and year-end closings while supporting AP/AR continuity to maintain smooth finance operations.

The ideal candidate will apply strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements across all processes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation, payroll, and month-end closing processes.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and prepare timely reports.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and internal controls to ensure audit readiness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record month-end journal entries and adjusting entries.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve variances.
• Maintain account schedules and ensure audit readiness.
• Support closing activities and prepare financial statements and management reports.

Skills

Technical Accounting

Financial Analysis

Leadership

Tax Compliance

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Communication

Time Management

Systems Proficiency

Integrity

Tools

Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Senior Finance & Accounting Specialist is responsible for accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, audit coordination, and timely completion of month‑end and year‑end closing activities. Provides continuity support for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions to ensure seamless finance operations. The role requires strong technical accounting expertise, attention to detail, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Skills

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Technical Accounting Skills: Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation, payroll, and month‑end closing processes.

Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and prepare accurate and timely reports.

Leadership and Teamwork: Ability to lead, guide, and collaborate with team members to achieve departmental objectives.

Tax and Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of BIR regulations and statutory reporting requirements to ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills: Ability to evaluate issues, resolve discrepancies, and recommend process improvements.

Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy, completeness, and consistency in financial records, reports, and documentation.

Communication Skills: Effectively communicates financial information and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders.

Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet reporting and compliance deadlines.

Systems Proficiency: Proficient in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and other financial systems to support efficient operations.

Integrity and Confidentiality: Demonstrates professionalism and maintains the confidentiality of financial and employee information.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

Financial Reporting and Month‑End Closing

• Journal Entries: Prepare and record month‑end journal entries, including account reclassifications, reversing entries, depreciation, amortization, and other adjusting entries.
• Bank Reconciliations: Perform monthly bank reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Account Schedules: Maintain and update account schedules (e.g., cash advances, accruals) with supporting reconciliations to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Closing Activities: Ensure timely and accurate completion of month‑end closing processes in alignment with governance and compliance requirements.
• Financial Statements: Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports, ensuring consistency, transparency, and adherence to reporting standards.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

Tax Obligations: Prepare and compute tax obligations, including:

• Withholding Tax (WHT) and Alphalist of Payees
• Value‑Added Tax (VAT) and Summary List of Sales and Purchases
• Corporate Income Tax and Summary Alphalist of Withholding Tax
• Other compliance reports as required by local statutory agencies

Filing & Payment: Ensure timely filing and payment of taxes in full compliance with BIR regulations.

Records Management: Maintain tax records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and transparency.

Regulatory Monitoring: Track changes in tax regulations and recommend proactive compliance actions.

BIR LOA Compliance: Prepare reconciliations, schedules, and supporting reports required under BIR Letters of Authority (LOA), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and readiness for audit examinations.

PCNC Compliance: Maintain financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation aligned with PCNC accreditation requirements, ensuring transparency, accountability, and adherence to governance standards.

Audit Support

• Preparation & Organization: Assist in preparing and organizing audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Audit Coordination: Liaise with external auditors during annual, special, and compliance audits, including BIR LOA examinations and PCNC accreditation reviews.
• Inquiry Response: Provide timely and accurate responses to audit inquiries, ensuring transparency and adherence to governance requirements.
• Process Improvement: Support the implementation of audit recommendations and contribute to continuous improvement of internal controls and compliance processes.

Accounts Payable Continuity Support

Operational Continuity: Provide continuity support for Accounts Payable activities to ensure uninterrupted processing during peak periods, staff absences, or special projects. Responsibilities include:

• Invoice Processing: Prepare, record, and reconcile supplier invoices and payment transactions in the accounting system.
• Payment Preparation: Assist in preparing payment requests and supporting schedules for timely review and approval in compliance with governance standards.
• Disbursement Execution: Support the processing of online payments and other disbursement activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls.
• Records & Compliance: Maintain accurate AP records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance with statutory requirements.

Accounts Receivable Continuity Support

Operational Continuity: Provide continuity support for Accounts Receivable activities to ensure timely billing and effective collection processes.

• Invoice Management: Prepare and issue customer invoices, recording collections promptly and accurately in the accounting system.
• Receivables Monitoring: Track outstanding receivables and assist in proactive follow‑up with customers to safeguard cash flow and minimize collection risks.
• Records & Compliance: Maintain accurate AR records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation in alignment with audit standards and governance requirements.