CSU Accounting Specialist/Finance Analyst

Job Description Details
The CSU Accounting Specialist/Finance Analyst is primarily responsible for performing tasks and procedures assigned by the CSU Senior Accounting Specialist/Senior Finance Analyst, and/or CSU Manager/Head. The CSU Accounting Specialist/Finance Analyst is responsible for conducting the work in accordance with the quality standards of the Firm and of the profession.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
A- Engagement Management

1- Quality Assurance and Compliance Management

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Firm policies, and Business Process Solutions (BPS) Division's policies, processes, and procedures.
• Update the BPS Outsourcing and Operations Manual which contains policies, processes, procedures, and guidelines for the effective execution of engagements. Perform compliance checks to ensure compliance with Firm and BPS division policies.
• Ensure that compliance matters are appropriately addressed and escalated, as necessary, to the CSU Senior Accounting Specialist/Senior Finance Analyst and/or CSU Manager/Head.
• Handle reportorial requirements for Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA).
• Perform compliance checks to ensure compliance with Firm and BPS division policies.
• Assist in the preparation for lead independent, internal, and/or client audits. These include, among others, ISAE Type II audits, clients' compliance audits, and others.
• Assist operational units in responding to vendor compliance questionnaires. Coordinate with different groups such as Risk Management Group (RMG), Technology Solutions Group (TSG), Anti-Money Laundering and Data Privacy Group (APG), etc. outside the division in completing the questionnaires.

2- Process Establishment and Improvements

• Be able to document policies, processes, and procedures and recommend improvements, if necessary.
• Update the BPS Knowledge Hub (BPS KHub) in relation to training and process updates.

3- Project Management

• Perform tasks necessary to accomplish the unit's initiatives and projects.

4- Training Management

• Ensure staff attend mandatory training programs and achieve required Continuing Professional Development (CPD) units and training hours for the year. Assist in the training when necessary.
• Ensure all post-training activities are completed.

5- Ad Hoc

• Support all BPS units on critical matters, as needed.
• Update superiors on work progress; difficulties encountered, and issues identified.
• Make effective use of job-related tools.
• Assume new or different work assignments and schedules willingly. Modify work methods to meet changing needs of the team, without compromising ethical standards.
• Seek and recommend efficient and effective ways to accomplish objectives better.
• Show receptiveness to new ideas. Perform new and different approaches with a positive attitude and commitment to success.
• Perform any task or assignment that may, from time to time, be delegated by a superior.

B- Relationship Management

• Promote the image of the Firm and BPS Division as a provider of high-quality services through good customer relations and responsiveness to clients' needs, concerns, and requests.
• Work harmoniously and effectively with other members of the team.
• Actively participate in official Firm and BPS Division activities such as staff meetings, socials, and outings, among others.
• Always maintain a "can-do" and positive attitude in accepting assignments and working with any other personnel.
• Show openness and objectivity in weighing conflicting opinions and approaches. Discuss matters willingly with teammates and superiors.

C- Professional Development

• Attend on-the-job trainings or internal/external seminars for professional development, as scheduled.
• Request from the CSU Manager and/or CSU Senior Accounting Specialist/Finance Analyst Performance Appraisal Reports (PARs).
• Accomplish Individual Development Plan and discuss it with the assigned people coach.
• Reach out to mentors and attend mentoring and coaching activities.

D- Administrative Functions

• Comply with the Firm and BPS Division administrative processes, policies, and procedures.
• Complete and submit accurate time reports in a timely manner.
• Attendance to team meetings and huddles.
• Complete and submit monitoring and surveys in a timely manner.
• Always ensure confidentiality of engagement. Staff should not disclose or make use of any information that he/she may acquire during the engagement other than to properly perform his/her work in connection therewith.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Internal Audit, Accountancy, or any Business-related course
• Certified Public Accountant/Certified Internal Auditor, preferred but not required
• Can be a fresh graduate; with relevant experience in audit (internal or external), process improvement, accounting and/or payroll, and knowledgeable of statutory compliances is an advantage
• Knowledge in Lean Six Sigma and project management is an advantage

Preferred Qualifications

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Good Interpersonal skills and positive work attitude