US Financial Controller ( CPA) - WFH

Ascendion; Manila; Remote; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendion in Manila seeks a seasoned Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close, ensuring US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

You will manage GL, AP, AR, payroll accounting, audits, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate financial insights for management.

Qualifications

• CPA certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably with US-based clients.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and US accounting.
• Experience with GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including General Ledger, AP, AR, and payroll accounting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end close activities.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and financial schedules.
• Ensure reporting is accurate and compliant with US GAAP and company policies.
• Monitor internal controls and support audits.

Skills

Financial analysis

US GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Auditing support

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification

Tools

Workday

Oracle

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a Financial Controller who will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, month-end close, and financial controls while ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and payroll accounting.


• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.


• Manage and support month-end and year-end closing activities.


• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial schedules.


• Ensure financial reporting is accurate and compliant with US GAAP and company policies.


• Monitor accounting processes and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Support external and internal audits, including preparation of schedules and supporting documentation.


• Review payroll accounting and ensure payroll-related entries and reconciliations are accurate.


• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide insights to management.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting and financial reporting issues.

About you

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with US-based clients or companies.


• Strong experience in US accounting and financial reporting.


• Experience with General Ledger, AP, AR, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close.


• Experience with US payroll/payroll accounting is highly preferred.


• Experience in audit or working with external auditors is an advantage.


• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.


• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as Workday, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar platforms.


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.