Finance Specialist

Overview The Specialist will participate in: (1) the financial statement closing process, including preparation/processing of journal entries, financial and management reports; (2) the preparation of accounts reconciliation schedule and internal information for management, financial controls and auditors; (3) regulatory reporting and payments to IC, SEC, etc.; (4) support Finance initiatives and priorities; (5) internal controls and internal audit; and (6) perform other administrative functions. Preferred skills Experience in financial reporting and/or preparation of accounting schedules. Knowledge and expertise in accounting standards and regulations such as IFRS, PFRS and Local Statutory Requirements. Accuracy and attention to detail. Good organizational skills (planning, time management and priority management); able to timely meet internal and/or external deadlines. Good verbal and written communications skills plus good listening skills Advanced analytical, comprehension and presentation skills. Proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Designation or similar credentials Experience in Accounts Reconciliation Experience corporate accounting or public practice, an advantage (preferably big 4 firm) and/or financial statements preparation of a financial institution. Experience in process improvements and automation is a plus. Responsibilities Financial Accounting and Reporting Specialize in financial statement closing process, for group and local reporting purposes, including the preparation/processing of journal entries, financial and management reports. Provide timely and value-adding financial information required by management, external auditors and various government regulatory bodies. Standard reports to deliver include schedules and reports to IC, SEC, and Financial Controls Team. Perform monthly reconciliation functions which include the following activities: Preparation of the reconciliation packages to ensure full compliance with the Accounts Reconciliation Standard; Monitoring and resolution of reconciling items to ensure that the account balances are reasonably stated; Communication and coordination with the different business units to resolve outstanding reconciling items; and Identification of the control issues and areas for improvement within the reconciliation function. Handle financial statement preparation and other SEC reporting requirements. Prepare Quarterly Reports, Annual Statements and other reports to be submitted to IC. Handle other regulatory requirements (LGU, BSP, etc.) Specialize in regulatory reporting requirements to SEC, IC, etc., ensuring that all regulatory reports are filed and/or paid on or before due date. Internal Controls and Internal Audit Documents the processes and procedures involving financial accounting and reporting. Review and update of existing guidelines, processes, and procedures to effect necessary changes/improvements. Participate in the preparation of audit requirements for internal auditors. Support Company’s Initiatives Participate in systems implementation and enhancements, automation initiatives, key projects, etc. Support other Finance initiatives and priorities. Administrative Functions Organize and maintain filing/monitoring of all documents submitted to IC and SEC, in hard copies (if required) and scanned copies. Manages inquiry from the internal stakeholders, auditors and regulators related to the assigned tasks. Handle Finance and other management requirements. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Finance and Accounting/Auditing Industries Financial Services and Insurance Location Taguig, National Capital Region, Philippines #J-18808-Ljbffr