General Accountant

A General Accountant is responsible for performing general accounting functions such as accounts payable/receivable and payroll, preparing bank reconciliations, and applying accounting principles and procedures to ensure the accurate input of financial information; maintains and controls the General Ledger accounts and business transactions of the organization, applying the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) that includes analytical work and thorough review of financial records.

• Day-to-day, monthly, and year-end operations of the Accounting Department which involves preparation and analysis of financial statements, including the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement
• Prepare and analyze the monthly budget/forecast to actual variance reports per project/department
• Consolidation of various financial information and projections related to expenses, headcount, and personnel cost assumptions
• Provide high level accounting and financial management services, review and processing of transactions and reconciliations in Accordance with Accounting Standards
• Perform the processing and recording of accounts payable transactions and ensure that all invoices and staff reimbursements are paid accurately and in accordance with Finance policies and procedures
• Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, employer’s benefit costs, accruals and prepaid expenses
• Perform the processing of functional and benefits expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses and recording of adjusting and reclassification journal entries, if necessary
• Manage the processing of cash receipts and ensure that revenues are reconciled
• Proactively contribute to review and creation of Accounting relating policies and procedures
• Any task/duty as directed by client/management

• Must possess a Bachelor's / College Degree in Finance / Accountancy / Banking or equivalent
• At least 3 years of proven professional experience as a General Accountant in a medium to large corporate environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially highly skilled in use of Excel Spreadsheets)
• Demonstrate a proficient level of professional skill and/or knowledge in accounting and keep current with developments and trends. Knowledge and ability to use applicable information technology and systems to meet work needs
• Demonstrated analytical skills to interpret and comprehend financial and non-financial data
• Ability to work flexibly and demonstrate a willingness to respond to changing work requirements and peak periods
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
• Excellent communications skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management
• High level of interpersonal skills with demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy; team player and can collaborate with other teams in the organization
• Be able to demonstrate attention to details and good-record-keeping
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; hands-on and detail-oriented
• Must be a perfectionist by nature, with no tolerance for financial sloppiness; highly skilled in dealing with financial and numeric data
• Must have excellent work habits, including a willingness to work the hours necessary to get the job done, especially when important deadlines cause greater than normal departmental pressures
• Previous experience working for an Australian client is an advantage

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.