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 Responsibilities 1. 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. 2. Tax, Statutory & Regulatory Compliance - 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. 3. Cash, Payments & Operational Finance Oversight - 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. 4. Internal Controls & Process Improvement - 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. 5. Team Leadership / 2IC Responsibilities - 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. Requirements - 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. Nice to have: - 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.