Accounting Analyst

Accounts Receivable (AR) - Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on time. - Record daily sales, collections, and deposits from multiple channels, including in-store sales, delivery platforms, and online payments. - Monitor aging accounts, follow up on overdue balances, and coordinate with operations or sales teams for resolution. - Perform monthly reconciliations of accounts receivable balances against customer subsidiary ledgers. Accounts Payable (AP) - Review and validate supplier invoices against purchase orders, delivery receipts, and contractual terms. - Process vendor payments in accordance with agreed credit terms and the approved authorization matrix. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records and monitor payment schedules. - Reconcile accounts payable balances with supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies. Inventory & Cost Accounting - Record and monitor all inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, spoilage, and wastage. - Conduct regular inventory counts (spot checks and periodic physical counts) and reconcile results with system records. - Track cost of goods sold (COGS) and ensure accurate costing of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods. - Prepare variance analyses comparing standard and actual costs to support pricing and profitability assessments. - Support pricing strategies and cost-reduction initiatives. - Maintain accurate cost standards and bills of materials (BOM). - Ensure proper valuation and reporting of inventory. - Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end inventory counts. Cash & General Accounting - Manage petty cash replenishments and ensure proper liquidation of cash advances. - Record cash transactions accurately, including deposits, withdrawals, and inter-account transfers. - Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate variances. - Prepare and post journal entries for routine and adjusting transactions. - Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies. - Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities. - Analyze financial data and prepare reports for management review. - Monitor accruals, prepayments, and other adjusting entries. Financial Reporting - Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including the Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow Statement. - Ensure compliance with Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS). - Support the Accounting Manager in consolidating reports for group-level reporting as required. Managerial Reporting - Prepare management reports such as budget versus actual results, variance analyses, and profitability by store or product line. - Provide trend analyses on costs and expenses to support management decision-making. - Work closely with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to deliver accurate and timely financial insights. Compliance - Maintain proper documentation and secure filing of accounting records to ensure audit readiness. - Support compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including BIR filings and SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG reporting. - Ensure adherence to company accounting policies and internal control procedures. Audit Support - Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents for internal and external audits. - Respond to audit inquiries promptly and assist in implementing audit recommendations. Continuous Improvement - Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reduce manual workloads. - Recommend enhancements to internal controls and reporting accuracy. - Support the implementation or enhancement of accounting systems or ERP solutions.