US Accountant (Cebu, onsite), CPA

Manila Recruitment; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 669,600 - 892,800; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Senior Accountant in Cebu City to maintain financial records, prepare statements, and support audits. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, is a licensed CPA, and has strong analytical skills. Key responsibilities include managing financial statements, reconciliations, and collaborating with teams. The role requires detail orientation, proficiency in accounting systems like Sage Intacct, and effective communication. Work is full-time, Monday to Friday, following EST hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Must be a licensed CPA with relevant experience.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial statements and reconciliations.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Collaborate with departments for overall business objectives.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Advanced Excel

Cash management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Licensed CPA

Tools

Sage Intacct

RAMP

Job description

On-site - Cebu 3-5 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

Our client is looking for a detail‑oriented and motivated Senior Accountant to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. This role is crucial for supporting the accounting operations and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and general ledger accounts.
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare journal entries and ensure proper documentation and approvals.
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to management regarding trends and variances.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to support overall business objectives.
• Assist with maintenance of client T&E platform (RAMP).
• Stay updated on industry best practices and changes in accounting regulations.
• Weekly payrolls will take two days per week and involve importing data from the UK payroll team into their system.
• Cash posting represents a daily activity along with cash reporting processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Must be a licensed CPA.
• Preparing financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Account reconciliations and journal entries (as this position will be primarily hands‑on, involving booking entries and reconciliations rather than review or oversight duties).
• Experience supporting audits and working with auditors.
• Exposure to payroll processing and/or coordination with international teams (e.g., UK payroll) is a plus.
• Experience in cash management (cash posting, cash reporting).
• Familiarity with expense management platforms (e.g., Ramp) or similar tools is a plus.
• Hands‑on experience with accounting systems, preferably Sage Intacct (highly preferred).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, trends, and variances.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in accounting systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross‑functionally.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willing to work EST hours onsite on a full‑time basis.
• Currently based in Cebu or open to relocating to Cebu.

Highly Advantageous

• Construction and engineering industry background would be highly preferred given the company’s focus.
• Background working with Big 4 accounting firms is preferred.
• Tax experience is a big plus.
• RAMP and Sage Intacct knowledge.

Job type: Permanent

Emp type: Full‑time

Schedule: Monday to Friday - 10pm to 7am Philippine time (Will follow EST time zone 95% of the time)