Accounting Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Operations:

• Manage the day-to-day accounting activities of all properties under One Gasport Property Managers OPC (Novamall Plaza & UNO Rentables), including disbursements, collections, billing, and bank reconciliation.
• Ensure accurate and timely encoding of transactions in the accounting system.
• Oversee cash flow monitoring and support the preparation of cash projections.
• Prepare and record accurate journal entries for various transactions, including payroll, revenue, expenses, accruals, and adjustments.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger and subsidiary accounts, ensuring all discrepancies are resolved promptly.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

2. Financial Reporting:

• Prepare financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards (GAAP or IFRS).
• Provide financial insights and variance analysis to support management decision-making.
• Generate internal and external reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.

3. Regulatory Compliance:

• Prepare and submit government-mandated reports, such as tax filings (e.g., VAT/GST, income tax, withholding tax), government contributions (e.g., SSS, PhilHealth, Pag IBIG), annual reports, and compliance filings.
• Monitor changes and compliance in tax regulations and accounting standards to ensure compliance.

4. Account Reconciliation and Analysis:

• Perform bank reconciliations, tax account reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Analyze financial data and provide actionable recommendations to improve processes and financial performance.

5. Audit Support:

• Facilitate internal and external audits by preparing required documentation and answering queries.
• Implement audit recommendations to strengthen financial controls and processes.

6. System Use and Coordination

• Serve as the main NetSuite user at the mall level, ensuring accurate data entry and proper use of system workflows for billing, disbursement, and reporting processes.
• Coordinate with the Group Accounting team and IT support for troubleshooting, system updates, and adherence to standardized processes.
• Help identify process improvements through more effective use of NetSuite functionalities.

7. Staff Supervision and Coordination

• Supervise mall-based accounting staff, ensuring their work is accurate, timely, and in accordance with company policies.
• Provide guidance and coaching to team members to build capability and improve performance.
• Coordinate with the Mall Manager, Leasing, and Operations teams to align on financial and administrative matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or related field.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in general accounting; supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of Philippine tax regulations and basic financial reporting.
• Proficient in accounting systems (Netsuite will be a big advantage) and Microsoft Excel.
• CPA is an advantage but not required.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Independent with the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear reporting and collaboration.

Work Conditions:

• Full-time, office-based role with potential collaboration across departments and external auditors.