2022 Finance Associate null

This role handles accounting functions pertaining to the day-to-day financial operations of the assigned brand. It is a complex and multi-faceted role where the incumbent needs to display strong time-management skills and the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities:

• Managing account records, checking of purchases, issuing invoices, and handling payments.
• Processing payment requisition and other business forms.
• Collaborating with the assigned brand to reconcile any accounting discrepancies.
• Ensure accounting transactions are appropriately identified and coded and any issues are promptly resolved.
• Verify if transaction/s comply with financial policies and procedures and process requests based on the accuracy, completeness, and validity of submitted financial documents.
• Accurate reconciliation of settlement and payouts with the assigned brand and produce relevant documentation (e.g., Official Receipts, BIR Form 2307 collection and monitoring).
• Performing month-end closing process and preparation of brand’s financial statements, sales report and supporting schedules.
• Preparation and submission of brand’s monthly tax reports to internal parties for monthly, quarterly and annual tax declarations.
• Updating financial spreadsheets and reports with the latest available data.
• Keeping records and documenting financial processes.
• Correspond with various departments in discussing brand plans and agreeing on future paths to be taken.
• Work closely with the immediate superior in preparation of business plan and operational budget for the assigned brand.
• Participate in initiatives to improve processes and create efficiencies.
• Develop trends and projections for the brand’s finances.
• Other duties and tasks that may be required and assigned from time to time by the immediate superior to achieve business goals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Accountancy, Accounting Management and Accounting Technology or equivalent
• Professional qualification such as CPA or similar will be considered a plus
• At least 2yrs. experience in accounting firm or in-house finance role, with operational finance experience is strongly preferred.
• Savvy in technology, and a keen interest in how technology can transform finance.
• Proficient in MS Windows programs and highly skilled in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in using ERP or any cloud-based applications for finance.
• Accountability and adoption of a ‘business-owner’ work mentality.