Assistant Accounting Manager

The Assistant Accounting Manager will act as the second-in-command to the Manila Finance Manager and will be responsible for strengthening the quality of financial accounting, month-end closing, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory compliance and team capability. This is a hands-on accounting leadership role requiring strong accounting judgement, problem-solving ability and the ability to coach the Finance Team.

Key Responsibilities2. Tax, Statutory & Regulatory Compliance3. Cash, Payments & Operational Finance Oversight4. Internal Controls & Process Improvement5. Team Leadership / 2IC Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting & Month-End Close
• Lead and review month-end close activities, including journals, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, intercompany, revenue-related entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Review accounting entries and reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness and appropriate accounting treatment
• Investigate and resolve complex accounting issues, variances and unreconciled balances
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded, documented and completed on time for month-end close
• Support head office reporting, audit schedules and management review with clear and reliable accounting analysis
• Act as the key reviewer and escalation point for accounting matters before final management review
• Ensure compliance with BIR, SEC, LGU, PEZA and other Philippine government requirements
• Oversee and review tax filings, remittances and statutory reporting requirements
• Coordinate with auditors, external accountants, tax advisors and regulatory agencies
• Keep management informed of relevant changes in financial, tax and regulatory requirements
• Oversee accounts payable, disbursements, reimbursements and expense management processes
• Review and endorse payment schedules and financial transactions for final approval
• Monitor cash flow requirements and maintain sufficient funding for operational needs
• Ensure payment processes are properly supported, controlled and aligned with company procedures
• Establish, maintain and strengthen financial controls, review procedures and close discipline
• Identify process gaps and implement improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency and accountability
• Support process standardisation, documentation and automation initiatives where appropriate
• Promote a control-conscious mindset within the Manila finance team
• Act as the Finance Manager's second-in-command for day-to-day accounting operations
• Supervise, coach and develop finance personnel, with a focus on improving accounting discipline and technical capability
• Assign, monitor and review work outputs of the finance team for accuracy, completeness and timeliness
• Provide technical accounting guidance to junior and senior team members
• Promote accountability, ownership and continuous improvement within the department
• Support the Finance Manager in managing deadlines, escalations, reporting deliverables and team performance
  
  

• At least 7 years of progressive financial accounting experience, ideally as a Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, Assistant Accounting Manager or equivalent
• Graduate of BS Accountancy or equivalent qualification
• Strong financial accounting foundation, with the ability to apply accounting principles to new or complex areas
• Proven experience in AP/AR, OPEX, fixed assets, intercompany, revenue accounting and Philippine taxation
• Strong experience in month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and audit support
• Ability to identify accounting issues, challenge incorrect treatments and drive practical resolution
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems; NetSuite experience is highly desirable
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively with offshore or head office finance teams
• Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset
• Knowledge of GAAP and exposure to internal/external audits and SOX compliance
• Willing to work onsite in BGC and amenable to shifting schedule
  
  

• CPA license
• Familiarity with reporting or reconciliation tools such as BlackLine, Tableau, Power BI, SmartView or QlikView
• Background in process standardisation, automation or finance transformation initiatives
• Experience working in a fast-paced technology, marketplace, online platform or shared services environment