Financial Accountant

A Financial Accountant role supporting the finance function, focusing on financial reporting, analysis, governance, and integration within a remote organization.

Location: Remote - GBS PHL MNL

Responsibilities

• Lead the completion of monthly and quarterly financial deliverables and month-end close.
• Manage overhead accruals, prepayments, provisions, and BAS/IAS preparation.
• Oversee revenue recognition processes, including deferrals, WIP, and milestone billing.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage tangible and intangible assets, including depreciation and amortisation.
• Handle inventory reconciliations and all monthly accounting journals.
• Prepare and update monthly/quarterly QSR reporting for business units.
• Provide financial insights, analysis, and problem-solving support to internal stakeholders.
• Build strong business partnerships and respond to internal/external queries in a timely manner.
• Understand key business metrics and their drivers.
• Ensure documentation, review, and continuous improvement of finance processes, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in internal and external audits.
• Support treasury activities and ensure adherence to transfer pricing requirements.
• Support financial integration of newly acquired companies.
• Work closely with Business Unit Leaders and integration teams to optimise finance processes.
• Supervise and mentor junior accountants, ensuring quality output and supporting professional growth.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of professional accounting experience (commercial environment preferred).
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; CA/CPA qualification (or equivalent) preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and standards (IFRS / A-IFRS).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Advanced computer literacy, including accounting systems and MS Office.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.