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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Lead - Financial Accountant to be based in Manila, Philippines
This role is primarily responsible for autonomously performing periodic financial transactions and ad hoc tax activities in accordance with tax compliance, generally accepted accounting principles, finance policies, and internal controls. The role is expected to provide technical expertise and lead junior team members in ensuring alignment in financial procedures, processes, and systems to business requirements.
Responsibilities & Duties
Assumes responsibility in the maintaining financial management and reporting systems and complementary financial and administrative business processes, to support the effective and judicious use of financial resources.
Leads in the maintenance of a documented system of accounting process, policies and procedures like SOP and DTPs, including the maintenance of the Fixed Asset register and management of the Blackline Reconciliation.
Demonstrates adept knowledge of the organization’s financial policies, procedures, processes, systems and supporting technology.
Applies expertise in processing financial transactions to ensure the effective recording and tracking of revenues and expenditures.
Prepares journal entries and synthesize common ledger for subsidiary accounts.
Performs complex tasks in compliance with process, policies, procedures, and SOX & internal controls.
Resolves identified issues independently and keeps the Finance Manager updated for open or ongoing concerns.
Addresses critical and unique issues with the guidance of Finance Manager for timely resolution of escalated issues.
Prepares financial reports and final accounts in compliance with statutory/regulatory requirements and general accepted accounting standards autonomously.
Leads with monthly closings, account analysis and supports the Finance Manager in carrying out the responsibilities of the Business Office
Develops and prepare reports, analyses, and presentations for periodic and ad hoc requirements.
Drives completion of audit processes by coordinating with stakeholders, join auditors in walk throughs, and review submitted documents.
Leads and support key projects, audit reviews, activities, and documentation.
Recommends process and procedural improvements to maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions.
Works with Finance Manager to develop process improvement initiatives to streamline processes, improve customer experience, and increase productivity.
Identifies risks and propose ways to prevent occurrence of similar issues and concerns.
Applies expert knowledge on relevant local, state, and federal tax laws and regulations in managing taxation and tax-related issues.
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge in the specific areas of tax, duties, and government levies.
Ensures compliance with Philippine regulatory reporting requirements such as BIR, SEC, and BOI.
Identifies potential tax exposure and advises accordingly. Advise on the impact of changes in tax laws on the organization. Explains the organization’s tax policies and plays a key role in their implementation.
Provides guidance and technical expertise to junior members of the team in completing projects and performing financial activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or equivalent relevant courses
5+ years of relevant professional experience in Finance or Accounting
Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools
Advanced knowledge and understanding of accounting standards and procedures and internal controls.
Experience working with ERP, e.i., Oracle and Blackline Systems is an advantage or other similar platforms and tools
Attributes:
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate within a varied audience and internal and external customers. (Communication)
Ability to maintain good customer relationship with the ability to initiate ways to improve customer experience (Customer Service)
Ability to be thorough and meticulous in completing assigned tasks and with the ability to propose ways to prevent or eliminate errors, discrepancies & issues. (Attention to Detail)
Ability to identify and resolve moderate and complex issues by applying best practices and technical expertise and may recommend solutions for unique scenarios. (Problem Solving)
Additional Information
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10106518
Business Line: Geography OH
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: GBS
Career Area: Finance
Work Location Model: Hybrid