Position Summary:
As an Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial accounting, ensuring accurate recording of transactions, leading the monthly close process, and managing a team of accounting professionals. Your role will also involve collaborating with various departments, including HR and finance, to streamline processes, maintain compliance, and support the company's growth objectives.
Job Details:
- Work from Home
- Monday to Friday | 10 PM to 7 AM Manila time
- *Following US Holidays
Responsibilities:
- Own the end-to-end process and recording of financial transactions, encompassing accounts payable and receivable processing, prepaids, accruals, commission calculations, collections, and bank reconciliations.
- Lead the monthly accounting close process to ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.
- Work closely with HR on personnel-related transactions, including benefits administration, 401k management, travel & expense reimbursements, and payroll.
- Establish and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and processes to enhance the accuracy and reliability of financial records.
- Lead the annual external audit process and collaborate on R&D research and tax filings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Participate in financial due diligence processes, providing support to improve corporate internal controls, vendor contract management, and cost control measures.
- Manage key financial performance metrics including company Net Working Capital (NWC), cash flow, Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), and Days Payable Outstanding (DPO).
- Recruit, hire, and develop a team of staff accountants, collection personnel, and FP&A analysts to support departmental goals and objectives.
Qualifications:
- Accounting certification (CPA or CMA) and a 4-year university degree are required.
- Minimum of 5 years of related accounting experience with at least 2 years of experience leading a team through the monthly close process.
- Strong technical knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), with experience in both accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ambitious mindset with a sense of urgency and a willingness to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to simplify tasks and processes, along with massive attention to detail and extreme follow-through.
- Proficiency in Excel along with equally strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Excitement for learning and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities.