About the Company
Established in 2020, Hyperbrands Corporation provides end-to-end business solutions to FMCG brands in the Philippines. Our current business is in the distribution, marketing, and retailing of pet care products. We own and operate the local Social Media accounts and official E-Commerce Flagship Stores and distribute nationwide through a network of the country's top retailers, regional distributors, and local pet shops. Some brands under us are: Dentalight, Moochie, Fresh Friends, Purry, Natura Nourish, Petter Care, and Jerky Time.
Job Title: Accounting Manager
Location: San Juan City
Work Setup: Hybrid
Work Hours: 08:30 AM to 05:30 PM
The Accounting Manager will lead the day-to-day accounting operations of Hyperbrands Corporation, ensuring accurate financial records, strong internal controls, timely reporting, and a well-structured accounting function.
This role will manage Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Accounting, financial statement preparation, reconciliations, compliance support, and accounting processes within AutoCount. The objective is to build a reliable accounting foundation that enables the Finance Planning & Finance Manager to focus on budgeting, scorecards, financial analysis, cash flow planning, business performance, and strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounting Operations and Financial Records
- Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded, classified, supported, and updated in AutoCount.
- Maintain complete and accurate accounting records across all business activities.
- Establish and enforce accounting policies, procedures, controls, and documentation standards.
- Ensure all accounting activities are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
- Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes and reporting accuracy.
2. Financial Statement Preparation
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of:
- Income Statement (Profit & Loss)
- Balance Sheet
- Cash Flow Statement
- Prepare supporting schedules, reconciliations, and working papers.
- Analyze variances and investigate unusual balances or transactions.
- Ensure management receives timely and reliable financial information.
3. Team Leadership and Management
- Directly manage and develop the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.
- Establish clear responsibilities, workflows, deadlines, and accountability within the department.
- Train, coach, and monitor team performance.
- Develop standard operating procedures, checklists, approval workflows, and reporting structures.
- Foster a culture of accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement.
4. Accounts Payable Management
- Oversee supplier payables, invoice processing, payment schedules, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure proper validation and approval of supplier transactions.
- Monitor payable aging and payment obligations.
- Coordinate with Supply Chain, Operations, and Procurement regarding purchases, deliveries, and supplier reconciliations.
5. Accounts Receivable Management
- Oversee customer billings, collections, account reconciliations, deductions, and aging reports.
- Ensure accurate recording of collections and customer balances.
- Work closely with Sales, Key Accounts, E-Commerce, and Finance teams to resolve billing and collection issues.
- Improve visibility and follow-up on overdue receivables.
6. Reconciliation, Controls, and Due Diligence
- Review and approve bank reconciliations, customer reconciliations, supplier reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules.
- Perform due diligence and detailed review of accounting transactions and supporting documents.
- Strengthen internal controls over payments, collections, expenses, inventory-related transactions, and financial reporting.
- Identify accounting risks, discrepancies, and process gaps and implement corrective actions.
7. Compliance and Audit Support
- Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and government agencies.
- Ensure accounting records are audit-ready and properly documented.
- Support tax filings, statutory reporting, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Maintain organized accounting records and documentation for compliance purposes.
8. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, HR, and Management to ensure accurate financial information.
- Support management reporting requirements and financial analysis initiatives.
- Provide timely and reliable accounting data for business decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Accounting Management, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience with supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
- Strong experience in General Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Reporting, and Compliance.
- Experience with AutoCount or similar ERP/accounting systems is highly preferred.
- FMCG, distribution, retail, importation, or trading industry experience is an advantage.
Key Competencies
- Strong accounting and financial reporting expertise.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Process-oriented with strong organizational ability.
- Strong leadership and people management capability.
- High integrity and accountability.
- Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Able to work effectively across departments and manage multiple priorities.
Key Success Metrics
- Accurate and timely monthly financial statements.
- On-time month-end and year-end closing.
- Accurate Balance Sheet schedules and reconciliations.
- Healthy AP and AR aging management.
- Strong compliance and audit readiness.
- Improved accounting controls and documentation standards.
- Well-structured, accountable, and high-performing accounting team.
- Reliable accounting information that supports management decision-making and strategic planning.
Reporting Line
Reports to: Finance Planning & Finance Manager, General Manager
Direct Reports
- Accounts Payable Supervisor(s)
- Accounts Receivable Supervisor(s)
- Other accounting staff as assigned
