Senior Accountant
The Senior Accountant is responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations of the DataFlow Group Philippines office, including employee reimbursements, vendor and other payments, and the general ledger. The role is the first line of review for supplier and vendor invoices, ensuring that each invoice is properly supported, accurately coded, and compliant with Philippine Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) invoicing and withholding tax rules before it is approved for payment. The Senior Accountant works closely with the Finance Manager to maintain accurate books, timely disbursements, and audit-ready tax documentation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Day-to-Day Accounting Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts, including journal entries, general ledger postings, and month-end reconciliations for the Philippines entity. Prepare and maintain accounting schedules (prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, intercompany balances) and support month-end and year-end close activities. Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and control accounts on a regular basis and investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly. Assist in preparing monthly management reports, variance analysis, and supporting schedules for the Finance Manager and regional finance team. Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation as requested. Employee Reimbursements Review employee expense and reimbursement claims for completeness, business justification, correct policy application, and adequate supporting receipts/invoices. Verify that reimbursement claims comply with company travel and expense policy and Philippine tax documentation requirements (valid Sales Invoices/Official Receipts). Process approved reimbursements accurately and within agreed turnaround times, and maintain a clear audit trail for each claim. Payments & Disbursements Process vendor and supplier payments (bank transfers, cheques, online banking) in line with approved payment cycles and delegation of authority. Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery/acceptance records prior to payment, and flag mismatches or unusual items for review. Maintain the accounts payable ageing schedule, monitor due dates, and ensure payments are released on time to protect supplier relationships and avoid penalties. Prepare payment vouchers, remittance advices, and supporting documentation for each disbursement batch. Invoice Review & Tax Compliance Review all supplier and vendor invoices received for validity under BIR rules Verify the correct VAT treatment of each invoice and reconcile input VAT against output VAT for monthly/quarterly VAT returns. Compute and apply the correct Expanded Withholding Tax (EWT) rate on applicable supplier invoices, and issue BIR Form 2307 (Certificate of Creditable Tax Withheld at Source) to vendors. Support preparation and timely filing of statutory returns and remittances Keep up to date with changes in BIR regulations and revenue issuances that affect invoicing, VAT, and withholding tax, and flag process changes needed to stay compliant. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license preferred, or actively working towards certification. 3–4 years of relevant accounting experience, including hands-on exposure to accounts payable, expense reimbursements, and payment processing. Solid working knowledge of Philippine tax rules relevant to invoice review, including VAT, Expanded Withholding Tax, and BIR invoicing requirements under the EOPT Act. Experience working in a shared services, BPO, or multinational finance environment is an advantage. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to reviewing invoices and supporting documents. Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems and Microsoft Excel; able to learn new finance systems quickly. Good understanding of internal controls and the ability to identify and escalate exceptions or non-compliant documentation. Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines (payment runs, month-end close, tax filing dates). Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise confidently with vendors, employees, and the Finance Manager. A collaborative, service-oriented mindset with the ability to support and guide junior finance staff where required. Benefits: Health insurance Work Location: In person
Наблюдалась 2026-09-14, впервые 2026-09-14, источник — Indeed.