accountant (cpa)

GENERAL ACCOUNTING

1. Manage and oversee the daily functions of accounting in an import/export business to ensure accurate and timely recording of payment and receipt transactions in the accounting system/books.
2. Review the validity of business transactions such as receivables and payables to ensure proper authorization, supporting documents, and contract terms/agreements before processing.
3. Ensure correct payments to vendors/creditors and collections from customers.
4. Review the submitted trial balance, monitor general ledger accounts, and prepare necessary adjusting entries during month-end and year-end closing.
5. Analyze and review financial data, capital expenditures, and depreciation; reconcile monthly bank vs. book balances; and prepare accounting schedules.
6. Prepare monthly budgets or projections and provide recommendations to meet the company's financial objectives and funding requirements.
7. Handle the preparation of accurate financial statements and other management reports in compliance with GAAP/IAS, reporting the company's financial performance and position to management/executives.
8. Coordinate audit activities with external and internal auditors, ensure submission of required financial information, review responses to audit observations, and oversee implementation of audit recommendations.
9. Ensure periodic submission of complete and accurate financial reports to regulatory agencies such as BIR, SEC, and LGU.
10. Maintain and update financial and tax records in the accounting system, including vendor/supplier and tax records.
11. Coordinate with department heads and other accountants/affiliates to address accounting concerns or business requirements and provide recommendations.

TAX AND COMPLIANCE

1. Ensure accurate and timely filing and payment of taxes and submission of reports in compliance with tax laws.
2. Prepare tax returns and computations for e-filing and payment, including income tax, withholding taxes, VAT, final tax, and annual registration.
3. Input and submit statutory reports such as alpha lists, information returns, and summaries per BIR requirements.
4. Coordinate with the Compliance department on renewal and processing of business permits.
5. Develop and implement financial and tax strategies, policies, and identify tax savings opportunities.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

1. Receive, validate, and prepare Payment Request Forms (PRF) with supporting documents and approvals.
2. Prepare Accounts Payable Vouchers (APV) for payment within standard turnaround times.
3. Prepare Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld at Source (BIR Form 2307) for vendors.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

1. Prepare, monitor, and distribute billing statements to clients and affiliates by the 15th of each month.
2. Prepare and record monthly invoices and receipts vouchers.