The General Accountant is responsible for performing and maintaining accurate financial records of the company. This role handles day-to-day accounting operations, prepares reports and reconciliations, and ensures compliance with accounting standards and government regulations. The General Accountant supports management through timely and reliable financial information for decision-making.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

General Accounting

• Record and post daily financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of entries.
• Prepare journal vouchers, adjusting entries, and schedules as required.
• Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure all accounting records are properly filed, organized, and maintained.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Monitor project and corporate expenses to ensure budget compliance.
• Assist in internal and external audit requirements.

Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare accounting schedules, reconciliations, and management reports.
• Assist in the preparation of financial summaries and cash flow reports.
• Analyze variances between budget and actual results and report findings to the supervisor or manager.
• Provide accounting data to support management decisions.

Government Compliance

• Prepare and ensure timely submission of government requirements (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG).
• Maintain organized records of all statutory filings and compliance reports.

Coordination

• Coordinate with other departments to verify financial data, transactions, and supporting documents.
• Assist the Accounting Supervisor or Manager in process improvements and system implementation.