Accounting Manager - Solviva

Accounting Manager

Company: Aboitiz Power - Solviva

Location: Makati CBD, Hybrid

About Solviva

Solviva is a fast-growing solar startup on a mission to make clean energy accessible and affordable for homeowners across the Philippines. We're building the future of residential solar—offering flexible financing, the latest solar technology, and a seamless, hassle-free transition to solar ownership. As we scale, we need passionate, driven leaders to help shape our growth and the future of residential energy.

Solviva is the first venture launched from AboitizPower's 1882 Ventures, a venture studio focused on decentralizing the energy system and creating more sustainable homes, businesses, mobility, and networks.

Role Overview

The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Accounting, while ensuring strong execution, discipline, and reliability as Solviva transitions from a head office shared services model to a fully in- house accounting function.

This role carries operational accountability for AR and AP outcomes—including timeliness, accuracy, and aging discipline—while strategic cash decisions, policy-setting, and high-level escalations remain with the Finance Manager. The Accounting Manager acts as the execution owner of accounting operations and a key partner to the Finance Manager in building a scalable, well-controlled finance function.

Accounting Operations & Close

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across AR, AP, and General Accounting
• Review accounting entries, schedules, and reconciliations for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure timely and disciplined month-end close
• Maintain clean, well-supported accounting records
• Develop and document accounting SOPs and workflows

Accounts Receivable (AR) – Operational Accountability

• Oversee invoicing, posting of collections, and AR monitoring
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date AR aging reports
• Ensure consistent collections follow-ups are performed by the AR / Collections team
• Coordinate with Sales and Operations to resolve billing issues and disputes
• Escalate high-risk or long-overdue accounts to the Finance Manager

Accounts Payable (AP) – Control & Discipline

• Oversee invoice validation, coding, and posting
• Ensure payments comply with approval workflows and documentation requirements
• Maintain AP aging and visibility of upcoming payment obligations
• Enforce PO and approval discipline across teams
• Escalate payment prioritization or exception requests to the Finance Manager

Transition from Shared Services to In-House Accounting

• Lead the operational transition of accounting activities from head office shared services to in-house
• Map current-state processes and identify gaps or dependencies
• Coordinate cutover plans to ensure continuity of billing, payments, and close
• Support onboarding and training of in-house accounting staff
• Ensure no disruption to business operations during the transition

Controls, Compliance & Audit Support

• Enforce internal controls and segregation of duties
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and approval limits
• Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and reviews
• Coordinate with external auditors and advisors as needed
• Proactively flag control weaknesses or process risks

Reporting & Coordination

• Provide regular updates to the Finance Manager on:
• AR aging and collection risks
• AP aging and upcoming obligations
• Close status and accounting issues
• Escalate matters requiring judgment, policy decisions, or commercial trade-offs

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor AR, AP, and General Accounting staff as the in-house accounting function grows
• Ensure team productivity, accountability, and adherence to accounting timelines
• Support hiring, onboarding, and capability building of accounting team members

Qualifications and Skills

Education & Background

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA preferred
• 6–10 years of experience in accounting or finance operations
• Prior experience managing AR and AP processes
• Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments

Financial & Strategic Expertise

• Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and internal controls
• Hands-on experience with month-end close and reconciliations
• ERP experience required (Odoo or similar preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and execution discipline

Why Join Solviva

● Make an Impact – Play a critical role in building a pioneer accounting function during a key growth phase.

● Learn & Grow – Gain exposure to end-to-end accounting operations, systems transitions, and cross-functional collaboration.

● Be Part of Something Bigger – Join a company backed by AboitizPower's 1882 Ventures, where your work directly supports our expansion, customer experience, and long-term scale.

● Career Development – Opportunity to grow into broader accounting or finance leadership roles as Solviva scales.

● Innovation & Ownership – Work at the intersection of renewable energy, fintech, and venture-backed growth, with the autonomy to drive real change.

● Flexibility & Remote Work – Enjoy a hybrid setup with remote workdays each week.

● Backed by Industry Leaders – Solviva is the first venture from AboitizPower's 1882 Ventures, giving you the agility of a startup with the backing of a trusted energy leader.