Accounting Team Lead

5-10 Years

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Job Description

Manages overall operations and performance of the accounting team, including supervision of billing, collections, and disbursements.
Reviews sales and purchasing documents (POs, BOM, contracts, commissions) and ensures completeness and accuracy before management approval.
Handles fund transfers, check preparation, and payments to local and foreign principals, including tax validation and remittance processing.
Coordinates with Sales, Management, and foreign principals on billing, collections, maintenance renewals, and transaction requirements.
Oversees payroll processing, government benefits remittances, and preparation of related reports and employee tax documents.
Supervises the preparation and transmission of accounting records to outsourced accountants and reviews financial statements for accuracy.
Manages tax compliance, BIR filings, and coordinates with auditors and legal counsel on assessments and regulatory requirements.
Coordinates with banks for account maintenance, investments, foreign exchange transactions, and documentation.
Prepares periodic financial and operational reports such as cash position, AR/AP updates, and financial statement presentations.
Ensures proper implementation of accounting policies, commission payouts, and supports budgeting and special accounting projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or any related Business course
CPA is an advantage but not required
5-10 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management position.
Experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and auditing.
Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance with relevant laws.
Strong understanding of financial management, analysis, and forecasting.
Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Ability to mentor and lead a team effectively.
High level of integrity and ethics in handling financial matters.