Chief Accountant

Chief Accountant

1. Educational & Professional Background

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA license required)
• At least 8–10 years of solid accounting experience, with direct responsibility for FS preparation and review.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership role, overseeing financial reporting teams
• Experience in the FMCG or Distribution industry is an advantage

2. Financial Statement Expertise

• Proven track record in preparing, reviewing, and finalizing complete sets of FS (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow, Changes in Equity)
• Strong knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS) and IFRS
• Experience in quarterly and annual FS consolidation for multi-entity or group structures
• Strong background in management reporting vs. statutory reporting
• Ability to interpret FS and provide insights for decision-making
• Skilled in liaising with external auditors and addressing audit queries
• Experience in variance analysis, financial ratios, and trend reporting

3. Technical & Compliance Competencies

• Familiarity with BIR, SEC, and BSP (if applicable) reporting requirements
• Experience in tax planning, filing, and statutory audits
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems
• Understanding of internal controls, risk management, and audit procedures
• Ability to manage working capital, cash flow, and treasury function

4. Leadership & Communication Skills

• Ability to lead, mentor, and build a high-performing accounting team
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Capable of setting up processes and workflows to improve efficiency
• Experience in coordinating with auditors, tax consultants, and government agencies

5. Personal Attributes

• High integrity and accuracy
• Analytical and detail-oriented, but able to see the big picture from FS results
• Calm under deadlines and multiple tasks happening at the same time