Senior Accounting

5 days ago

Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines IAN SMART ENERGY CORP Full-time

About the role

IAN SMART ENERGY CORP is seeking a Senior Accounting professional to join our finance team on a full-time basis in Quezon City, Metro Manila. This is a pivotal role within our organisation, responsible for leading and overseeing all financial accounting and reporting functions. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and compliance of our financial records whilst providing strategic financial insights to support business decision-making at all levels of the organisation.

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and regulatory requirements
  • Manage the general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of all financial transactions and proper categorisation of accounts
  • Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliation of accounts and preparation of consolidation schedules
  • Supervise junior accounting staff and provide guidance on accounting policies, procedures and best practices
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across all operations
  • Prepare and analyse financial reports for internal management and external stakeholders, highlighting key variances and trends
  • Ensure compliance with tax regulations and support the preparation of tax returns and documentation
  • Liaise with external auditors and provide necessary documentation and explanations during audit processes
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement system enhancements to streamline accounting operations
  • Maintain detailed records and documentation to support all financial transactions and reporting activities
  • Prepared and reviewed VAT calculations and ensured compliance with tax requirements.
  • Prepared and analyzed financial statements and supporting schedules.
  • Performed bank reconciliations and investigated discrepancies to ensure accuracy of accounting records.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
  • Professional accounting qualification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or similar recognised credential is highly desirable
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards and regulatory requirements applicable to the energy or utility sector
  • Proficiency in accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines whilst maintaining accuracy
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Leadership capability with proven experience in training, mentoring and managing accounting teams
  • Knowledge of internal controls, audit procedures and risk management practices
  • Experience with month-end and year-end close cycles in a complex organisational environment is preferred