Senior Accounting Associate

SHIELD Foundry

Senior Accounting Associate responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and transaction processing in a hybrid work setup. Collaborating with teams and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Posted 7/5/2026full-timeTaguig City • 🇵🇭 PhilippinesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting principles, financial compliance, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing accounting tools to ensure accurate financial records and support operational efficiency.

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Bachelor's Degree In AccountingAccounting PrinciplesFinancial ComplianceQuickBooks ProficiencyTax Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial Record MaintenanceBank ReconciliationMonth-End Closing ActivitiesAudit Documentation PreparationProcess Improvement Initiatives

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooksMicrosoft ExcelEFPSORUSPTOPSSSSPhilHealthHDMF

Industry Keywords

Government Agency ComplianceStatutory RequirementsInternal ControlsFinancial InstitutionsAudit

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure day-to-day financial records and supporting documents of transactions are accurate, complete, and consistently maintained within the accounting system and physical filing repositories.
Perform and reconcile bank accounts promptly, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
Drive month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation within established timelines.
Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audit requirements by preparing complete documentation and addressing audit inquiries promptly.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, government agencies, financial institutions, and other external stakeholders to ensure smooth transactions and timely compliance.
Ensure timely compliance with internal company policies and statutory requirements, including submissions and reporting to government agencies such as PEZA, BOI, BIR, and other regulatory bodies.
Support administrative functions
Collaborate with internal and external teammates to resolve issues, improve coordination, and achieve departmental objectives.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives, recommend practical solutions, and contribute to initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Perform any other ad-hoc tasks assigned by manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum educational attainment of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related fields
Solid and consistent experience in accounting and government agency/tax compliance, preferably with an audit or accounting firm serving local clients
Knowledgeable in accounting principles, financial concepts, tax, and other government rulings
Proficient in the use of accounting tools and platforms such as QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and government websites such as EFPS, ORUS, PTOPS, SSS, PhilHealth, and HDMF
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Willing to work in a hybrid work arrangement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work privilege
Non-taxable allowances
Merit increases
HMO coverage for you and your dependent
Internal and external learning programs through Shield University
The coolest workplace ever (snacks, foosball, Ping-Pong, beer-o-clock!, and many more!)
Regular team building activities, both virtual and in-person
Annual company-wide team building
Birthday gift vouchers