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Accountant - Trade and Services Industry

Taguig Permanent PHP70,000 - PHP80,000 per month (PHP840,000 - PHP960,000 per year) View Job Description
This role will manage key financial operations for the Philippine entity, including accounts payable, month-end closing, cash flow forecasting, working capital management and FX reporting. The role will also collaborate with regional and global finance teams to strengthen financial controls, streamline processes and support the implementation of new systems.
  • Gain regional finance exposure across accounting, treasury and trade finance.
  • Drive finance process improvements through automation and system development.

About Our Client

Our client is a global supply chain solutions company specialising in commodity trading, trade finance, logistics and risk management across the food, beverage and energy sectors.

Job Description

  • Manage the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including invoice matching, coding, posting, and payment execution.
  • Monitor payables and ensure payments are made in accordance with agreed credit terms while optimizing working capital.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including AP accruals and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Support working capital management through monitoring of receivables, payables, and inventory-related cash movements.
  • Prepare and maintain short-term and medium-term cash flow forecasts, providing regular updates to management.
  • Prepare FX exposure reports and support the execution of FX hedge transactions in line with company policy.



Ad hoc:

  • Identify control improvements and efficiency opportunities around the existing processes.
  • Assist with the development/testing/implementation of new systems.
  • To take responsibility for your performance and to work together to achieve our organizational goals.
  • To attend training courses which are identified as being necessary for the performance of the role.
  • To be fully conversant with the Employee Handbook and supporting policies, including Health & Safety legislation and fire and emergency procedures.
  • To comply with any reasonable instruction issued by your manager.
  • To attend training courses which are identified as being necessary for the performance of the role.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Accountant should have:

  • Bachelors' degree in accounting/finance.
  • 5-7+ years' experience in an accounting/finance related role within an SME environment.
  • High fluency in English and, Philippines language communication is required.
  • PC literate to include Microsoft Office / Excel / Outlook.
  • Good attention to detail, flexible approach with initiative and ability to manage priorities is essential.
  • Ability to act with integrity when dealing with confidential matters.
  • Team player with strong work ethics and excellent communication & organisational skills.

What's on Offer

  • Flexible working conditions in an international multi-cultural, team-based work environment.
  • Attractive employment terms.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
Contact
Julienne Ponseca
Quote job ref
JN-112026-7145039
Phone number
+63 9176505575

Job summary

Function
Finance & Accounting
Sub Sector
Accountant/Bookkeeper
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Taguig
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Julienne Ponseca
Consultant contact
+63 9176505575
Job Reference
JN-112026-7145039

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.