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Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, providing design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

The Opportunity

Arup Manila is seeking an Accountant/Assistant Accountant to support financial operations across the APAC region. This role offers exposure to multi-country accounting and the chance to grow within a global organization.

Your role in our team

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for assigned companies.
• Perform daily accounting operations including data input and journal preparation.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable, bank accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly prepayment/deposit and accrual journals.
• Record and maintain the fixed assets and depreciation accounts.
• Assist with the monthly and year-end close processes.
• Maintain proper and systematic e-filing system.
• Assist in year-end audit related matters.
• Support the UAT and implementation of future global finance systems and automation.
  
  
  

Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• At least 3-4 years of relevant experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably from MNCs.
• Good knowledge and experience in using JD Edwards, Blackline and/or other ERP accounting systems.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• Deep analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently using own initiative and as part of the team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities.

Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We offer competitive renumeration package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate including HMO, Group Life and Accident Insurance, medical reimbursement, government standard benefits, 15 days VL and SL, hybrid work arrangement and long-term career development opportunities.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits) gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Your life at Arup - Arup

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer’s personal data policies, a copy of which is available on Arup’s Legal page.

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