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LTD Global Key Accounting Manager - Remote in Manila, Philippines
About the role
This is a remote role based in Manila, supporting clients in the US, and requires availability during US Pacific Time hours. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a client, managing the accounting team (if any), and ensuring that financial reports are timely, accurate, and compliant with legal and regulatory requirements. Candidates must have experience supporting US-based clients, along with knowledge of US accounting, finance, and taxes.
Job Description
The Key Accounting Manager is responsible for ensuring LTD’s contracted scope and deadlines are accurately and timely met.
Depending on the scope, the key accounting manager manages the day-to-day accounting operations of the client which may include accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
Preparing financial reports: The key accounting manager prepares financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, and presents them to the client.
Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations: The key accounting manager ensures that the organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations related to accounting and financial reporting.
Supervising accounting staff: The key accounting manager supervises the work of accounting staff, ensuring that they perform their duties accurately and efficiently.
Developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures: The key accounting manager develops and implements accounting policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Budgeting and forecasting: The key accounting manager prepares and manages the budget and forecasts for the client, working closely with the client and/or the CFO consultant.
Conducting audits: The key accounting manager may conduct internal audits of the organization’s financial operations to identify areas of improvement and ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
Preparing for external audits: The key accounting manager ensures that the books are audit ready, all supporting documents are available, and leads the audit on behalf of the client and accounting team.
Collaborating with other departments: The key accounting manager collaborates with other departments within the client’s organization and/or within LTD, such as finance, operations, and human resources, to ensure that financial information is accurate and up to date.
Providing financial analysis: The key accounting manager provides financial analysis and recommendations to senior management to support decision-making processes.
Tax preparation: The key accounting manager provides tax preparers will all the reports and data needed for tax preparer to complete tax returns.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Direct experience supporting US-based clients and a strong working knowledge of US accounting, finance, and taxes.
Ability to work US Pacific Time hours. Support of US-based clients.
Professional certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is preferred but not required.
Experience:
At least 3-5 years of experience in accounting, finance, or related field. Preferably as a consultant or a position where work includes directly assisting multiple clients.
Proven experience as an accounting manager or in a similar managerial and/or consulting role, preferably
Skills:
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards
Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with other departments and senior management
Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Ability to lead and manage a team of accounting staff
Demonstrated expertise in QuickBooks (QBO preferred)
Demonstrated expertise in Accounting Software (e.g., Sage Intacct, JDE, etc.) or general tech knowledge (SaaS, Cloud tech)
Accounting complexity (payroll/ HR compliance, regular closing with supporting knowledge)
Other Requirements:
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
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