ASCENTPRO is looking for a Senior Accounting Associate with the following core competencies:
- Behavioral
- Responsive, Trustworthy and Reliable.
- Strong analytical, organizational, planning, research and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in various clients requirements.
- With keen attention to detail coupled with patience and tenacity.
- Technical
- Has proficiency in MS Office, accounting databases and softwares such as Quickbooks.
- Has familiarity with trading systems or fund management softwares and Bloomberg Terminal.
- Working knowledge on regulatory and other financial standards and requirements.
Role Specifications (Skills And Experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy.
- Prior work experience in fund accounting in a brokerage/mutual fund firm is an added advantage.
- With at least three to four years working knowledge in accounting principles
- and practices especially in banking and financial services industries.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Other Requirements
- Willing to report onsite from Mon to Fri (day shift).
- On call on Sat (if and only required).
- Non-CPA is accepted
- Minimum of 2 years experience
Key Responsibilities
- Prepares, compiles and reviews financial information, journal entries and supporting documents.
- Assists in the preparation of financial forms, reports, budgets and financial statements.
- Assists in tax filings, accounts receivables, accounts payables, and payroll processing.
- Ensures company's compliance with the national and local authorities regulations and requirements.
- Handles correspondence with clients relevant to accounting matters.
- Manages financial accounting of the assigned funds and investment management accounts.
- Coordinates with fund administrators for accounting and reporting affairs.
- Analyzes performance of funds as per agreed schedule.
- Documents processes and procedures in accordance with the regulatory requirements, company policies and accounting principles.
- Works closely with different teams to develop and execute best practices in the area of accounting and fund management.
- Prepares and submits reports for PSE, BSP, SEC to ensure regulatory compliance
Perks & Benefits
- 10 days VL, 10 days SL for first 3 yrs of tenure (5 unused SL convertible to cash) then increases in the succeeding year
- HMO
- Group Life and Accident Insurance
- Eligibility to Performance Bonus from the business services portfolio
- Sat & Sun off
- Annual Merit Increase
