Fund/Financial Accountant

The Fund / Financial Accountant position is based in Manila, Philippines. The Financial Accountant will provide support with fund accounting (unit pricing), AP & AR function, investor relations, reconciliations, month end, cash monitoring, general ledger tasks and general ad hoc tasks to support the team. The role is a hands on role initial, with business growth this role will grow the offshore team. The applicant will have the ability to apply accounting principles to support the business. A critical success factor of this role is the ability to demonstrate high attention to detail, problem solving and managing competing deadlines. The applicant will be a natural collaborator with a grounded/ down to earth work style to assist with business outcomes in a friendly team environment. A person who takes ownership and enjoys working with business stakeholders to support organisational performance. In return you will be part of an exciting business with opportunities to grow, learn and develop your professional career within property and financial services.

Operations

• Preparation of daily unit prices and update of general ledger / unit pricing system and supporting work papers.
• Cash, transactions, deal (investment performance) reconciliation.
• Monthly management accounts preparation including commentary.
• Monthly regulatory and tax reporting (BAS etc).
• Quarterly compliance lodgements.
• Assist with drafting statutory accounts including reconciliations and collating documents.
• Ability to assist other teams in the organisation (E.g fund management, operations, wider business) when required.
• Processing payments to external parties, journals, and general ledger tasks.
• Responsible of the AP/AR functions.
• Responsible for entering transactions in Xero Software.
• Assisting the team with ad-hoc tasks.
• Supporting the Middle office team with Investors and finance activities.
• Providing information for business performance and position.
• Preparing information for externals parties’ requirements.
• Assist with compliance, registering, opening SPVs, bank accounts and bring down paper.

Other

• Ad-hoc duties as required by the Finance Manager and stakeholders.
• Complying with all work practises and will be focused on safety of self and others in the workplace.
• Represent the business to the highest professional standards.

• Candidate must possess at least aBachelor’s/College Degree in Accountancy or any Business related course, Certified Public Accountant is good to have for this role
• Unit pricing experience preferable.
• With experience in Funds Management or Financial services industries is an advantage
• Preferably with working knowledge in PFS Paxus Fund Accounting/Sage software
• Advanced excel – manipulation, pivot tables, advanced formulas, basic macros.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel (Advance) and must have strong English communication skills
• Proactive with good interpersonal skills and a team player.  Can able to work with conflicting deadlines and priorities.
• Must be willing to work in a hybrid work setting in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

We are HGS Offshore Staffing Solutions, a premier global partner in building offshore teams in the Philippines, with over 1,500 professionals across Metro Manila and Cebu.

Our goal is to ignite global potential by connecting exceptional talent with companies worldwide. We are committed to propelling your career forward by providing opportunities for growth, where your expertise can flourish in any field. Here, you'll have access to global industries, continuous training opportunities, and a culture where your voice always matters.

At HGS, we go beyond recruiting talented individuals, we cultivate a vibrant community. You'll be able to grow alongside your peers through professional development opportunities at your fingertips and connect with teammates during exciting company events. Our monthly huddles keep you connected with your team and colleagues. We also foster a dynamic community with our charity initiatives, reminding us that our careers can make a real difference. Whether you work remotely or side-by-side, you are always part of the team at HGS.