The General Accountant is primarily responsible for maintaining and recording day-to-day financial transactions under Loft, which include, but not limited to, A/P, A/R, payroll and tax compliance.
The General Accountant will look after the sales, compliance and payroll of clients and partners of Loft. S/he should also be able to effectively coordinate with the Loft sales team and clients. S/he must also ensure that all transactions are properly documented and address all discrepancies and concerns as they arise.
Ultimately, the General Accountant must have sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices, and demonstrate excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Regular preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports
- Analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Verify, allocate, post and reconcile transactions for Loft clients
- Oversee the sales, monthly tax compliance and payroll transactions for Loft clients
- Conduct month-end and year-end close process
- Participate in internal and external audit requests to ensure compliance of the division and its clients
- Act as Account Manager / Sales Engineer for Loft Business Services
- Meet and talk with the Loft sales team and clients and prepare reports / presentations as necessary
- Deliver excellent customer service to Loft clients and team by addressing questions professionally and promptly
- Work on special projects such as process improvements, data analysis/compilation, presentations, report building, etc.
- Collaborate with different departments including Money Matters to provide the necessary reporting
- Other duties that may be assigned by division head
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Candidate with Bachelor's/College Degree in Accountancy, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting / Management or relevant fields
- At least 2-3 years of work experience as a General Accountant, Senior Accountant, Accounting Analyst or similar role
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) accreditation is a plus
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Knowledgeable in local tax compliance and payroll processes
- Knowledgeable in labor legislation and regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced MS Excel knowledge
- Knowledge in Juantax and EBIR is a plus.
- Sales-minded individual who is confident and comfortable when giving presentations to clients
- Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills friendly, diplomatic and assertive when required
- Time-management skills
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Adaptable, resourceful and detail-oriented
