Accounting Analyst

The Accounting Analyst will manage the full accounts payable accounting cycle from receipt of invoices to recording of payables and expenses, including coding invoices, matching purchase orders with valid approvals, and entering the invoices into the Accounts Payable Book/Cash Disbursement Book. The Accounting Analyst also highlights the day-to-day management of all payment cycle activities in a timely and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review and verify the validity of supporting documents such as statements of account/invoices from suppliers for payment processing.
2. Ensures invoices/billings for payment processing are duly approved as supported by accountable forms such as purchase request, purchase order, and request for payment forms.
3. Communicating with department process owners and suppliers for queries and clarifications regarding billings.
4. Prepare accounts payable vouchers and journal vouchers about payables and expenses then record and summarize these to the Accounts Payable Book/Cash Disbursement Book.
5. Prepares journal entries; ensures that entries and financial records adhere to established controls, accounting principles, and policies.
6. Ensures accurate and appropriate recording of expenses, accruals, and amortizations, etc.
7. Ensures that all matters have been raised following the guidelines or rules and regulations of the company.
8. Maintains vender master data.
9. Evaluate current accounting processes and propose improvements for operational efficiency.
10. Observes/complies with company policies and procedures.
11. Performs other related duties may be assigned.

Qualification and Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or Accounting Technology is required.
  
• Certified Accounting Technician is required if the candidate is a graduate of BS Accounting Technology.

Experience

• Strong accounting and finance background with at least 1-year experience in a functional area.
• Experience working in a growing start-up environment, scaling-up accounting and finance operation.
• Exposure or acquired knowledge and understanding of Philippine GAAP or IFRS, SEC, BIR, LGU, and other government reportorial.
• Experience with ERP Systems (SAP Business One).
• Background in collaborating with I.T. staff to implement new accounting systems.
• Experience in project management, and change management is strongly preferred.
• Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls, and compliance-related issues.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and evaluation skills with attention to detail.
• Above average English Communication skills both oral and written.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with staff at various levels and report to executive management.
• Have a flexible, assertive, and pleasant personality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and intermediate in Excel.