Accountant  

Key Responsibilities:

A. General Ledger & Month-End Close

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger for all four entities, ensuring that every account is complete, correctly classified, and supported by adequate documentation.

Perform and oversee all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures including preparation of journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and deferrals.

Review and approve journal entries prepared by Junior Accountants prior to posting.

Prepare and review trial balances; ensure the proper classification of revenue, expenses, assets, and liabilities.

Coordinate and perform intercompany reconciliations and eliminations in preparation for consolidated reporting.

Maintain a month-end close checklist and ensure all tasks are completed within the prescribed close schedule.

B. Financial Reporting

Prepare draft financial statements (Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Comprehensive Income, Statement of Cash Flows, and Statement of Changes in Equity) for review by the Finance Director.

Produce detailed monthly management reports including variance analyses comparing actual results against budget and prior-year figures.

Prepare budget-vs-actual comparisons with written commentary explaining significant variances.

Assist in the preparation of consolidated Group financial reports, including intercompany eliminations.

Prepare financial data and supporting schedules for board presentations, management meetings, and investor/lender reporting.

C. Tax Compliance

Prepare and coordinate the filing of all monthly, quarterly, and annual BIR returns for all entities, including:

◦ Monthly VAT (BIR Form 2550M) and Quarterly VAT (2550Q)

◦ Monthly Expanded Withholding Tax (BIR Form 0619-E) and Quarterly EWT Return (BIR Form 1601-EQ)

◦ Quarterly and Annual Income Tax Returns (BIR Forms 1702Q and 1702)

◦ Compensation-based withholding tax returns (BIR Form 1601-C)

◦ Annual Alphalist of Employees and Payees

Maintain complete and organized tax schedules, supporting workpapers, and proof of payment for all filings.

Ensure all tax payments are made on or before the statutory due dates to avoid penalties and interest.

Assist the Finance Director in responding to BIR Letter of Authority (LOA) investigations, assessments, and correspondence.

Review the tax treatment of transactions to identify potential exposures or planning opportunities.

D. Audit & Internal Controls

Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors during the annual audit engagement — coordinate requests, provide schedules, and ensure timely delivery of all required documentation.

Coordinate with internal auditors as needed, facilitating walkthroughs of accounting processes and providing evidence of controls.

Identify weaknesses or inefficiencies in accounting processes and recommend process improvements or system enhancements.

Ensure all accounting activities comply with PFRS/IFRS standards, internal accounting policies, and applicable regulations.

Maintain an audit-ready file for each entity at all times.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Licensure: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) — strongly preferred

Experience: At least 3-4 years of general accounting experience, preferably in a multi-entity environment

Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of PFRS/IFRS, BIR regulations, and Philippine payroll taxation

Systems: Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, Xero, or equivalent) and advanced MS Excel

Skills: High attention to detail, strong analytical skills, ability to meet deadlines, and supervisory capability