Senior Accounting Associate – Professional Services

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. Reviews the correctness and completeness of the weekly work, which includes bills processing and bank transaction coding, and monthly work prepared by the Associate Accountant.

Posted 4/30/2026full-timeClark • 🇵🇭 PhilippinesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviews the correctness and completeness of the weekly work, which includes bills processing and bank transaction coding, and monthly work prepared by the Associate Accountant.
Prepares month end closing tasks and year end reviews
Ensures all weekly and monthly responsibilities of the Associate accountant are being done diligently.
Performs initial and/or final review of monthly and/or quarterly management reports.
Provide Accounting and Technical support to Accounting Associate(s); train or guide the Accounting Associate(s) where needed.
Handles new and complicated tasks, client onboarding, clean up and catch-up work, seasonal tasks (such as 1099 and audit support), and creation or maintenance of accounting work papers.
Preparation of process documents and works together with the Manager on process improvements.
Attend to Manager/Project Manager/Client’s questions, concerns, or issues.
Work with the Manager on people management – team’s capacity, performance evaluation, staff concerns, interviews for new hire, employee onboarding, etc
In the absence of the Associate, Senior accountant assumes the responsibility of the Associate
In the absence of the Manager, can perform as the leader of the team.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree: A degree in accounting is required.
CPA License: Holding a CPA license is advantageous.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in the BPO industry.
Software Proficiency: Required experience with XERO, and BILL. QBO and Netsuite is a plus
Client Experience: Preference for candidates with experience managing Profesional Services clients
Communication Skills: Exceptional communication skills with a proven ability to thrive in a hybrid team setting, adept at using platforms such as Teams and email to collaborate with colleagues. The role involves extensive communication, as it involves direct engagement with clients
Leadership Skills: Demonstrated experience in leading projects or teams, mentoring junior staff, and managing client relationships.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address technical and interpersonal challenges effectively.
Client Management: Proven ability to manage multiple clients successfully.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Amenable to work day shift starting from 6:30 AM-3:30 PM PHT
Work Setup: Hybrid – Initial 2 months onsite, followed by a hybrid schedule of 2 days onsite and 3 days work-from-home per week.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Wellness program
HMO coverage
Rewards and Recognition program
Free shuttle service (provided by CDC | for onsite employees)
Free lunch meal (For onsite employees)
On-demand learning classes
Discretionary time off and Holidays
Performance-based salary increase
Discretionary incentive compensation based on client or individual performance
Hybrid set up to selected roles/location, terms and conditions may apply
CPA & Certification Assistance and Bonus Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

accountingbills processingbank transaction codingmonth end closingyear end reviewsmanagement reportsprocess documentationclient onboarding1099 preparationaudit support

Soft Skills

communication skillsleadership skillsproblem-solving abilitiesadaptabilityteam managementmentoringclient managementcritical thinking

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in AccountingCPA License