Tax And Reporting Accountant

WSP in Manila; Pasig; On-site; PHP 2,400,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global in Manila seeks a senior finance professional to partner with leadership, ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting, and drive continuous improvement. You will connect regional operations with Group requirements, translating data into actionable insights for decision-makers and strengthening governance.

The role covers consolidation, statutory reporting, tax calculations, audits, and cross-functional collaboration across units in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6 years post-qualifying experience as a CPA/CA/CTA with articles.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy.
• Certified Public Accountant.
• Advanced Excel skills with evidence of modeling.
• Oracle and Hyperion experience non-negotiable.
• Good IFRS knowledge with tax understanding.
• International Tax exposure is an advantage.
• Excellent people management and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Consolidation of month-end financial information and reporting to stakeholders.
• Uploading Actual, Forecast, and Budget onto Hyperion & Prevero.
• Assist in preparation and consolidation of annual financial statements and statutory reporting.
• Review Intercompany transactions ensuring tax & statutory compliance.
• Local contact for Global counterpart regarding Hyperion & reporting queries.
• Preparation of financial input for quarterly Board and EXCO packs.
• Integration of commercial and financial reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Participate in monthly/quarterly reviews of Business Units.
• Support merger & acquisition activities as required.
• Help manage statutory structures of WSP Africa and related entities.
• Role model SHEQ standards and promote safe working environment.

Skills

CPA/CA/CTA with articles

Excellent communication

People management

Organizational & time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

Certified Public Accountant

Tools

Hyperion

Oracle

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Description

As a trusted finance partner to WSP Global leadership, this role makes sure the business's financial position is accurate, compliant and well understood. It connects regional operations with Group requirements, turning financial data into reliable reporting and practical insight that support decisions at every level of the organization. The role holder brings together technical accounting, tax and analytical skills to strengthen governance, reduce compliance risk and improve how the region's finances are run. They work with stakeholders across business units, Group functions and external advisors, and help drive continuous improvement in processes and structure. They also act as a visible ambassador for WSP's values and its commitment to a safe, Zero Harm workplace.

Responsibilities

• Consolidation of month-end financial information and reporting to various stakeholders (including monthly and quarterly reporting packs to Group as well as internal reporting to various Business Units)
• Uploading of Actual, Forecast, and Budget information onto Hyperion & Prevero
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual financial statements and other statutory reporting, as and when required
• Review of Intercompany transactions and ensuring compliance with both tax and statutory requirements
• Local contact for Global counterpart regarding all Hyperion and reporting-related queries
• Preparation of financial input for quarterly Board and monthly EXCO pack
• Integration of commercial and financial reporting
• Performing the tax calculations and management of tax returns for WSP – Income tax, VAT, WHT, and PAYE (Paying special attention to filing dates)
• Assistance with internal and external audits
• Preparation of DSO (days sales outstanding) calculations (monthly and forecast)
• Participate in the monthly and quarterly review of Business Units to gain understanding of business
• Review the consolidation of quarterly forecasts for WSP other entity
• Perform ad hoc reviews/investigation into Business unit performance, as and when required
• Perform merger and acquisition activities, as and when required
• Assist in managing and simplifying the statutory structure of WSP Africa and associated entities
• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you
• Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm
• Embracing, displaying and promoting company values and ensuring a safe working environment is always maintained

Qualifications

• 6 years post-qualifying experience as a CPA/CA(SA) /CTA with articles
• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy
• Certified Public Accountant
• Advanced Excel skills essential – need to provide evidence of Excel modeling
• Oracle and Hyperion experience non-negotiable
• Good technical background in IFRS
• Good understanding of tax
• Consulting experience preferable
• International Tax exposure is an advantage
• Excellent people management skills and ability to work with people on all levels of the business
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound organizational and time-management skills