Finance Specialist

Job Description

1. Will participate in the financial statement closing process, including preparation/processing of journal entries, financial and management reports.
2. Will participate in the preparation of accounts reconciliation schedules and internal information for management, financial controls, and auditors.
3. Will participate in regulatory reporting and payments to IC, SEC, etc.
4. Will participate in supporting Finance initiatives and priorities.
5. Will participate in internal controls and internal audit.
6. Will perform other administrative functions.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Accounting and Reporting

• Specialize in the financial statement closing process for group and local reporting purposes, including the preparation/processing of journal entries, financial and management reports.
• Provide timely and value-adding financial information required by management, external auditors, and various government regulatory bodies. Standard reports include schedules and reports to IC, SEC, and the Financial Controls Team.
• Perform monthly reconciliation functions, including:
• Preparation of reconciliation packages to ensure full compliance with the Accounts Reconciliation Standard.
• Monitoring and resolution of reconciling items to ensure account balances are reasonably stated.
• Communication and coordination with different business units to resolve outstanding reconciling items.
• Identification of control issues and areas for improvement within the reconciliation function.
• Handle financial statement preparation and other SEC reporting requirements.
• Prepare quarterly reports, annual statements, and other reports to be submitted to IC.
• Handle other regulatory requirements (LGU, BSP, etc.).
• Specialize in regulatory reporting requirements to SEC, IC, etc., ensuring that all regulatory reports are filed and/or paid on or before the due date.

2. Internal Controls and Internal Audit

• Document processes and procedures involving financial accounting and reporting.
• Review and update existing guidelines, processes, and procedures to effect necessary changes or improvements.
• Participate in the preparation of audit requirements for internal auditors.

3. Support Company Initiatives

• Participate in systems implementation and enhancements, automation initiatives, and key projects.
• Support other Finance initiatives and priorities.

4. Administrative Functions

• Organize and maintain filing and monitoring of all documents submitted to IC and SEC, in hard copies (if required) and scanned copies.
• Manage inquiries from internal stakeholders, auditors, and regulators related to assigned tasks.
• Handle Finance and other management requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation or similar credentials
• Experience in accounts reconciliation
• Experience in corporate accounting or public practice is an advantage (preferably from a Big 4 firm) and/or financial statement preparation for a financial institution
• Experience in process improvements and automation is a plus

Preferred Skills

• Experience in financial reporting and/or preparation of accounting schedules
• Knowledge and expertise in accounting standards and regulations such as IFRS, PFRS, and local statutory requirements
• Accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Good organizational skills (planning, time management, and priority management) with the ability to meet internal and/or external deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with strong listening skills
• Advanced analytical, comprehension, and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint