REASONS TO APPLY Hybrid work Dayshift with fixed weekends off Work-life Balance Empowering work environment and culture Competitive salary and benefits Supportive, collaborative teams across functions ABOUT US Steadfast Group is the largest general insurance broker network and group of underwriting agencies in Australasia, with growing operations in Asia, Europe, and the US. Based in Bonifacio Global City Taguig, Steadfast Shared Services in the Philippines is expanding its Finance and Technologies teams. We are proud of our diverse mix of people and skills, coming together across multiple businesses to support our broker network and create next-generation thinking, systems, and technologies that will drive the insurance sector forward. Ours is an exciting, progressive organization where you can build a meaningful professional career alongside some of the brightest people in the insurance industry. ABOUT THE ROLE The Philippine Branch Senior Accountant ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance with local tax regulations and supports internal controls and financial operations of the Philippine Branch. This role ensures that the local office adheres to local and global financial regulations. Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you will be expected to provide strategic financial insights while managing day-to-day accounting operations, including revenue and expense, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments. In this role, you may also be tapped to support the expanded accounting responsibilities of the Manila team to service wider entities of the Steadfast Group and its subsidiaries, when additional capacity is available. You will execute and deliver KPIs based on service level agreement (SLA) for the preparation of annual financial statements of Steadfast Business Solutions' managed entities. Responsibilities include the following: Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards and interpretations and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Liaise with external auditors. Prepare financial statements and reports needed for compliance with regulatory requirements. Oversee the work of junior team member/s Adhere to, implement, or create, as required, standard operating procedures. Accounting and financial reporting Produce timely and accurate management accounts in accordance with set deadlines, including the preparation of monthly P&L, balance sheets, and variance analysis. Conduct monthly variance analysis, comparing actual performance to budget and providing insights for management decision-making. Ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as required for Group Finance. Transaction management Review of the purchase ledger, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. Manage revenue activities, including invoicing, payments, and customer account reconciliations. Oversee bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining accuracy and completeness in financial records. Calculate and complete monthly intercompany recharges, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures. Tax compliance Review tax returns, ensure amounts are reconciled per books and address findings of tax consultants, as applicable. Ensure the timely and accurate filing of all local tax returns, adhering to local regulations and minimizing the risk of penalties. Process improvements and change management Suggest refinements to existing processes to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate process delivery. Prepare and update all necessary documentation for all functions in accordance with the agreed scope of services. Support manager in conducting training and knowledge transfer to new staff on systems and processes in accordance with agreed procedures, templates, and workflows. Engage, deliver, execute, and implement various agreed standardization, centralization, and continuous improvement projects and initiatives. ABOUT YOU To be successful in this role, you will need the following: Certified Public Accountant license. At least 5 years of experience in a professional services accounting environment. Experience as an audit senior or audit reviewer role is an advantage. Competence in Philippine tax laws, regulations High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to effectively work with team and others to meet timelines, objectives, and KPIs. Commitment to take full responsibility for tasks assigned. Ability to communicate at all levels in a multiple stakeholder environment. Excellent interpersonal skills and time management skills. High level of motivation, adaptability, pro-activeness, and integrity. Ability to multi-task and accomplish goals with minimal supervision. Competence in critical and analytical problem solving. Ability to train and motivate teammates. Experience in researching/analyzing ad hoc issues, legislative requirements and changes, and in updating policy and operating procedures, checklists, and other templates. A continuous process improvement mindset. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of Accounting Systems. WHAT TO EXPECT We offer you exciting benefits to support you in your professional and personal journey: Flexible work arrangements to help you balance work and personal responsibilities. Career development opportunities through technical and leadership programs. Life, disability, and travel insurance, plus access to other discounted insurance options. A competitive compensation and benefits package. A vibrant, collegiate, inclusive culture that celebrates you. 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