Finance Accounting Associate
Job Summary
The Finance and Accounting Associate manages daily financial transactions, student accounts, and ledger maintenance. This role involves generating financial reports, overseeing fixed asset records, and handling inventory operations. The position also supports audit compliance and process improvements for the institution.
Responsibilities
- Manage student financial transactions and account adjustments
- Maintain records in Edusuite and Odoo systems
- Generate financial reports (SOA, DCR) and validate ledger entries
- Oversee Fixed Asset Register and inventory/merchandise operations
- Support audit compliance and general accounting reconciliation
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance
- 2–3 years of accounting experience
- Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks/Xero/SAP)
- Knowledge of Philippine taxation and BIR compliance
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Job Details
Qualifications:
- Graduate of Accountancy, Finance, Business, or related field; CPA preferred but not required
- 2–3 years of experience in accounting functions such as bookkeeping, taxation, payables/receivables, and financial analysis
- Strong knowledge of Philippine taxation, revenue management, and BIR compliance
- Proficient in MS Excel and accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, SAP); adaptable to new tools and processes with strong attention to detail and accountability
Responsibilities:
- Handle student finance transactions and inquiries (email, walk-in, coordination meetings), including balances, payments, refunds, and account adjustments within set timelines
- Process and maintain accurate records in Edusuite and Odoo, including payment posting, discounts, reservations, overpayments, and scholar accounts
- Generate and validate financial reports such as Statements of Account (SOA), Daily Collection Reports (DCR), and Summary Balance Reports
- Ensure accurate ledger maintenance and complete audit trail documentation (e.g., proof of payment, SI references, approvals, bank confirmations)
- Manage Service Invoice (SI) assignment and monitoring to ensure accurate and complete issuance of invoices for all transactions
- Support enrollment-related finance processes, including billing adjustments, tuition plans, and account validation
- Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register (FAR), including asset additions, transfers, disposals, and depreciation tracking
- Ensure compliance with fixed asset policies, including tagging, documentation, physical counts, and disposal procedures
- Conduct asset verification and reconciliation and prepare audit-ready reports and schedules
- Coordinate with IT, Facilities, and system owners to ensure data accuracy and integrity
- Oversee inventory and merchandise operations, including stock monitoring, POS handling, online sales platforms (e.g., Shopify), and purchasing processes
- Manage sales logistics and inventory documentation, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and reconciliation
- Assist in general accounting tasks, including journal entries, document validation, and basic account reconciliation
- Maintain organized records and support audit, compliance (CHED/DepEd), and reporting requirements
- Identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements to strengthen internal controls
- Perform other finance and administrative tasks as assigned