URGENT! AU Accountant (Hybrid)

KMC Solutions; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

KMC Solutions in the Philippines is seeking a senior accounting professional to oversee day-to-day finance operations for the Sydney-based team, ensuring accurate AR/AP, reconciliations, and month-end closing.

The role partners with executive leadership, supports forecasting, and drives process improvements across ERP systems while ensuring AU/NZ compliance and robust financial reporting.

Qualifications

• CPA credential required.
• Minimum 5 years of total experience in general accounting, including end-to-end AR and AP management.
• Strong background in AU/NZ accounting standards and compliance; US GAAP is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with major ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools.
• Month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day accounting operations including AR/AP, bank reconciliations, and GL maintenance.
• Prepare month-end journals, P&L, Balance Sheet, and variance analysis.
• Assist external accountants with year-end statements and tax returns.
• Support systems/process improvements and implementation of new software/tools.
• Provide ad hoc reporting/analysis and assist with audit documentation.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders and provide admin support as needed.

Skills

CPA

AR/AP management

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Education

CPA credential

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Reporting tools

Job description

This offshore role manages day-to-day finance operations, month-end closing, reconciliations, and forecasting support. Acting as a key partner to executive leadership, the position supports the Sydney Finance Team while helping execute overall financial strategy.

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable

• Day-to-day accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, receipts, and supplier statements.

Month-End Closing and Reporting

• Prepare and post month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, amortization and other provisions.

• Prepare month-end financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet, and variance analysis.

• Prepare monthly reconciliations for all Balance Sheet accounts, including bank, debtors, creditors, accruals, provisions, intercompany balances, fixed assets and tax accounts.

• Assist external accountants with year-end financial statements and tax returns.

• Provide insights on financial performance, cost trends, and profitability.

• Assist with year-end close and preparation of audit documentation.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain accounting systems and ensure data accuracy.

• Streamline processes and recommend improvements for efficiency.

• Support implementation of new software or tools (e.g., accounting systems, payroll systems, reporting tools).

Operational Support

• Support the Company Accountant / Group Financial Controller with ad hoc reporting and analysis.

Stakeholder Management

• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth finance operation.

Office and Administration

• Provide general support to team members when and where required with any additional workload, including filing all office documentation related to administration and finance.

Qualifications

• Education & Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential required.

• Relevant Experience: Minimum of 5 years of total experience in general accounting, including end-to-end Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) management.

• Regional/Compliance Knowledge: Strong background in Australian (AU) or New Zealand (NZ) accounting standards and compliance required; experience with US accounting standards is an advantage.

• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with major ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools.

• Core Competencies:

  • Month-end close, financial reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Systems and process improvement to drive operational efficiency.
  • Operational support and administrative function assistance.
  • Strong stakeholder management and collaborative communication skills.