General Accountant

Position Summary

As a startup company, the General Accountant is expected to be adaptable, hands-on, and capable of working independently while helping establish efficient accounting processes and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting

· Prepare and record journal entries accurately and on time.

· Maintain the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.

· Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing.

· Reconcile bank accounts, cash accounts, and balance sheet accounts.

· Prepare monthly financial reports for management.

Accounts Payable

· Process supplier invoices and payment requests.

· Verify supporting documents before payment.

· Monitor due dates and maintain vendor records.

Accounts Receivable

· Prepare customer billing and invoices.

· Monitor collections and follow up on overdue accounts.

· Reconcile customer accounts.

Tax Compliance

· Prepare and assist in filing:

o VAT

o Withholding Taxes

o Expanded Withholding Tax

o Income Tax

· Coordinate with external auditors and government agencies.

· Ensure compliance with BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG requirements.

Project Accounting

· Track project costs for solar installations.

· Monitor project budgets versus actual expenses.

· Coordinate with Procurement and Project Management regarding project expenditures.

· Prepare project cost reports and profitability analysis.

Inventory & Fixed Assets

· Monitor inventory movement.

· Record inventory transactions.

· Maintain fixed asset register.

· Conduct periodic inventory reconciliation.

Payroll Support

· Assist in payroll preparation.

· Verify employee reimbursements and allowances.

· Ensure proper recording of payroll expenses.

Internal Controls

· Maintain proper filing of accounting documents.

· Ensure compliance with company policies.

· Recommend improvements to accounting procedures.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, or related field.

· Minimum 2 years of accounting experience.

· Experience in construction, engineering, renewable energy, or EPC companies is an advantage.

· Knowledge of Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS).

· Familiarity with BIR regulations and Philippine tax compliance.

· Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or similar).

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Able to work independently in a startup environment.

Preferred Skills

· Experience with project costing.

· Knowledge of inventory management.

· Financial reporting.

· Budget monitoring.

· Time management.

· Strong communication skills.

· Ability to meet strict deadlines.

Employee Benefits

· Government-mandated benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG)

· 13th Month Pay

· Service Incentive Leave (upon eligibility)

· Overtime Pay (when applicable)

· Holiday and Premium Pay

· Training and career development opportunities

· Performance evaluation with potential salary increase based on performance

· Opportunity for career growth in the renewable energy industry