Financial Accountant (Hybrid-Flexible Options)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Financial Accountant to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the general accounting and tax compliance requirements of the BTCS Philippines entity. This includes ensuring compliance with all accounting standards, maintaining accurate financial records, and submitting timely tax returns.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance Processes

• Serve as the primary contact for the BTCS Philippines legal entity’s accounting and tax compliance, operating autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Manage and review complex general ledger transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring the general ledger and trial balance meet Broadridge policy standards and deadlines.

• Manage intercompany cost recharges and ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close activities for assigned legal entities.
• Present quarterly balance sheet reviews to the Segment Controller/International Controller.
• Conduct monthly reviews of the P&L in collaboration with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to explain variances between actuals and forecasts.
• Generate management reports and perform financial analyses as requested.
• Review supplier invoices and provide invoice coding, including WHT and VAT treatment.
• Serve as the Vendor Relations Manager for finance and tax service suppliers, facilitating effective communication and ensuring timely payments.
• Prepare cash forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity for payroll and vendor payments.

Audit, Statutory and Tax Compliance

• Assist with tax return preparations and ensure timely filing of WHT, VAT, and Income Tax returns and payments.

• Coordinate year-end audit processes, acting as a liaison with statutory auditors.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, including Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), Board of Investments (BOI,) and other requirements.
• Advise management on the financial statement impacts of transactions and compliance with legal requirements.
• Maintain statutory records and manage end-to-end processes for in-scope entities.
• Stay informed on current tax regulations and provide insights into tax impacts.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Liaise with tax advisors and external auditors to ensure timely audit and tax deliverables.
• Collaborate with Tax, Treasury, Finance Business Partners, and Shared Services teams, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Fixed Assets.
• Work closely with senior finance team members on compliance areas such as transfer pricing, Sarbanes-Oxley regulations, and Company Secretarial activities, coordinating with external advisors as needed.
• Serve as a local finance and tax advisor to management.

Process Improvement and Innovation

• Identify and implement process enhancements, leveraging technology for optimal efficiency.
• Contribute to system, procedure, and reporting improvements, maximizing Oracle Fusion functionality.

• Manage accounting projects and initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams or different offices.
• Document and develop accounting policies and business procedures to strengthen internal controls.
• Address challenges and recommend improvements, directly engaging with senior finance leadership on complex projects.

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Familiarity of PEZA and BOI compliance is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Oracle Fusion or similar accounting software is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative team player.
• Proven track record of meeting stringent deadlines.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Independent worker with strong teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to design process flows, identify control points, and implement improvements.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English is required

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