Chief Accountant - To start ASAP

The Chief Accountant is responsible for safeguarding the financial health, stability, and growth of the organization through effective planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. This role ensures accurate financial records, adherence to regulatory requirements, and the provision of strategic financial insights to support executive decision-making.

Core Focus on land development, subdivision sales, and perpetual-care fund management for memorial park operations, the Chief Accountant manages project cash flows, controls costs, and aligns financial strategies with corporate objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee cash flow forecasting, project budgeting, and cost tracking for each development phase

Demonstrate strong financial control capabilities, including oversight of cash handling, reconciliations, authorization workflows, and compliance safeguards

Apply forensic audit techniques to investigate discrepancies, enhance fraud-prevention measures, and ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial records

Exhibit comptroller-level expertise, including financial policy development, budget governance, cost-control discipline, and high-level financial oversight for strategic decision making

Manage funding sources, including bank financing arrangements, loan documentation, and covenant compliance requirements

Conduct financial modeling and projection analyses for new developments, land acquisitions, and long-term expansion plans

Lead BIR compliance, LGU-related tax filings, and the preparation of statutory and management financial statements

Collaborate with project engineers, sales teams, and accounting staff to ensure consistent alignment between budgets, cost tracking, and operational activities

Supervise trust fund management, with emphasis on perpetual-care funds for memorial park operations

Prepare monthly management reports, performance dashboards, and financial summaries for executives and investors

Support the development and enhancement of internal financial controls, accounting systems, and end-to-end finance processes to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance

CPA preferred, but candidates with extensive real estate or memorial park industry experience may also qualify

Minimum of 57 years of experience in property development, construction finance, or related industries

Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, SAP Business One, and advanced Excel-based financial modeling

Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation, LGU-related obligations, and SEC/BIR compliance requirements

Demonstrated ability to design and implement robust financial control systems and full cycle accounting processes

Experience in developing finance department structures, defining KRAs, and creating staffing plans to support business operations

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