Role Summary
Our client is looking for a Senior Accountant who will be responsible for managing and executing the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. This role requires a deep understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively. The Senior Accountant will play a key role in preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and providing insights into financial performance.
WORK SCHEDULE: TBD Eastern Standard Time, follows Philippine holidays
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
WORK ARRANGEMENT: Remote
Essential Functions
- Perform the following month-end close process duties:
- Oversee and execute the month-end close process, ensuring all journal entries are prepared and posted accurately and on time
- Review and analyze general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Prepare monthly accruals, prepaid, and adjustments to align with GAAP
- Perform the following account reconciliation duties:
- Reconcile key balance sheet accounts (e.g., cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, prepaid, accrued expenses) and investigate variances
- Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items to maintain accurate financial statements
- Perform the following financial reporting duties:
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Provide variance analysis and commentary on significant changes in financial performance
- Prepare audit schedules and documentation for external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements
- Perform the following process improvement duties:
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the month-end close process
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize and document accounting procedures
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and other regulatory standards in all financial activities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in accounting, with a strong focus on month-end close and general ledger management
- Experience in public accounting or within a corporate accounting department preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effectively collaborating with internal teams and presenting financial insights
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict month-end close deadlines
- High level of accuracy in financial reporting and reconciliations
- Ability to demonstrate initiative in identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions
