General Accountant (US Client, Cebu)

This role will play an important part within the accounting team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail, initiative, and a results-oriented mind-set. The individual in this position will have responsibilities for accounts receivables and/or accounts payable. The position will report to an Accounting Associate based in Raleigh, North Carolina USA.

 Accounts Receivables

• Apply payments to customer accounts, reconcile received payments against accounts, and note any discrepancies.
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payment, delayed payment, overpayment, and other irregularities.
• Identify accounts that are near or past due and communicate exceptions to management.
• Investigate past due accounts receivables balances and determine next steps.
• Investigate and resolve customer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Process accounting related Jira tickets in a timely manner.
• Participate in the review of AR aging reports.

Accounts Payables

• Process vendor invoices in Concur and ensure they are properly coded and routed for approval.
• Ensure invoices related to month-end are entered prior to close per closing schedule (including ACH AP invoices).

Travel & Entertainment Expenses

• Receive employee expense reports for completeness and accuracy.

Credit

• Help process reference checks of all credit applications and report findings to management.

• Associates degree in Accounting is required; Bachelor's degree a plus.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and (GAAP) is an advantage.
• Proficient with MS Office, with an emphasis on Excel spreadsheets summarizing aging/past due accounts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proven excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment.
• Great organizational skills, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Experience with NetSuite and Concur is an advantage.
• Schedule will be for night shift from Monday – Friday, 9PM – 6AM
• This is a temporary work from home and must be amenable to work in Cebu once asked to report onsite.

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.