Specialist Financial Reporting Planning And Analysis

Pearson; Manila; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson in Manila is seeking a Specialist, Financial Reporting, Planning and Analysis to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across payroll, passthrough expenses, and statements.

The role collaborates with internal teams to prepare monthly close, bank reconciliations, and monthly reporting for School Leaders and Board Treasurers. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Sage Intacct and Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 3 years of accounting or similar experience required.
• Proficiency in Sage Intacct and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update monthly payroll files and journal entries in Sage Intacct.
• Prepare and update passthrough expense files and reconcile with invoices.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and assist with bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly reports for School Leaders and Board Treasurers.
• Assist in updating state regulatory reports and AFR support.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Specialist, Financial Reporting, Planning and Analysis

The Specialist, Financial Reporting, Planning and Analysis will utilize accounting knowledge, research and analytical skills to ensure that the highest level of service is being provided to our customers. This position interacts on a regular basis with internal departmental staff throughout the company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and updating payroll files, passthrough expense files, and financial statements, as well as assisting with bank reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and monthly reporting. This role requires collaboration with various departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll File Preparation:
  • Prepare and update monthly payroll files, including rolling forward payroll files, updating tabs, and reconciling payroll files with invoices.
  • Record monthly payroll expenses and update employee lists in accordance with changes per Census.
  • Prepare staffing forecasts based on current and open positions for each school.
  • Create appropriate journal entries in Sage Intacct.
• Passthrough Expense File Preparation:
  • Prepare and update passthrough files, including coding passthrough expenses and updating tabs.
  • Review and reconcile passthrough files with invoices.
  • Record monthly miscellaneous expense transactions and accruals.
  • Create appropriate journal entries in Sage Intacct.
• Financial Statement Preparation:
  • Prepare monthly financial statement close files.
  • Update grant tracking spreadsheets and perform roll forward of SFS working papers.
  • Maintain support documentation
• Bank Reconciliation:
  • Assist in bank reconciliation tasks, including preparing Cash Receipts Journal (CRJ) and Cash Disbursements Journal (CDJ) templates.
  • Analyze and record cash receipts and disbursements for the month.
• Monthly Reporting:
  • Prepare and compile monthly reports for School Leaders and Board Treasurers, including saving detailed transaction support.
  • Update monthly sub-schedules for balance sheet accounts.
• Other Tasks:
  • Assist in updating state regulatory reports.

  • Prepare website postings, State required entries, and AFR support – if applicable.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven 3 years of experience in accounting or a similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage Intacct) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with payroll preparation.
• Familiarity with grant tracking and financial statement preparation.

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