
CPA Senior Accountant
- Makati City, Metro Manila
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Review and verify vendor invoices against contracts and receipts to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Handle complex invoice discrepancies and vendor payment issues, working directly with vendors and internal departments to resolve.
- Assist in the preparation of payment runs, ensuring all payments are processed on time and in line with vendor agreements.
- Maintain and update vendor information, ensuring accuracy of records in the accounts payable system.
- Support the month-end and year-end closing processes, including the preparation of accruals, journal entries, and reconciliations for accounts payable.
- Ensure VAT, WHT, and income tax compliance in line with local regulations.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of AP policies and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy within the department.
- Provide training and mentorship to junior accounts payable staff, ensuring they understand and adhere to AP processes and best practices.
- Review and reconcile vendor statements, following up on outstanding issues to ensure timely resolution.
- Generate and analyze AP reports to monitor aging and cash flow. Assist with audits, providing necessary documentation and supporting evidence for AP-related inquiries. Identify areas for process improvement within the AP function and contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing errors.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Active CPA license
- 5+ years of experience in AP accounting or related financial roles, with at least 2 years in a senior or independent role and a focus on international transactions.
- Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial controls.
- Strong understanding of local and/or US GAAP and financial accounting principles.
- Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., Business Central, Payhawk).
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas, etc.).
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across departments and manage vendor relationships.
- Proven track record in process improvements and mentoring junior colleagues.
- Proficiency in English at a B2 level or higher.
- Shift Schedule: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM manila time
- Work Arrangement: 100% remote after 1 day onsite training in Makati/
- Salary: Up to 120,000 depending on the experience