Manila Recruitment

Senior Accountant (Remote) - #34984

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Job Description

Location:Work-from-home

Working hours / Job Type:

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Pacific Time (9:00 PM – 6:00 AM Philippine Time), with a 2-hour overlap for collaboration between teams. This schedule includes 8 core working hours, exclusive of a 1-hour break

Company Profile:

Our client is a U.S.-based group of affiliated companies operating at the intersection of legal technology and mass tort litigation. The organization includes a legal technology platform that automates medical record retrieval and case qualification for law firms, a Washington, D.C.–based mass tort litigation firm, and related holding entities. It is a lean, high-growth environment where each team member plays a significant and impactful role.

Overall purpose and responsibilities of the role:

As a Senior Accountant, you will manage day-to-day accounting operations across multiple entities while supporting financial reporting and analysis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both execution and analysis—owning core accounting processes while contributing insights that support business decisions.

Over time, this position is expected to grow into an Accounting Manager or Financial Controller role as the company scales. You will work closely with the CEO and serve as a key contributor to financial accuracy, visibility, and process improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Accounting & Transaction Management

·       Manage full-cycle accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) across multiple entities

·       Maintain an accurate and GAAP-compliant general ledger using QuickBooks Online

·       Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations

·       Process payroll-related transactions and coordinate with external payroll providers

·       Oversee vendor workflows using Bill.com and DEXT (invoice processing, approvals, and payments)

·       Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations

Month-End Close & Reporting

·       Support and execute month-end and year-end close processes

·       Prepare monthly financial reports, including Profit & Loss statements

·       Assist in consolidating financials across multiple entities

·       Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial data

 

Financial Analysis & Support

·       Assist in preparing cash flow reports and forecasts

·       Analyze financial data and provide insights on trends and variances

·       Support budgeting and forecasting activities

·       Contribute to KPI tracking (e.g., cost, revenue, and margins)

 

Controls, Compliance & Process Improvement

·       Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal policies

·       Support audits by preparing schedules and documentation

·       Document processes and improve accounting workflows

·       Identify opportunities to streamline and automate processes

 

Cross-Functional & Strategic Support

·       Collaborate with internal stakeholders on financial data and reporting needs

·       Support pricing, cost analysis, and other business initiatives

·       Take on increasing ownership and leadership responsibilities over time

Requirements

Must-have Skills / Qualification:

·      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

·      At least 5 to 7 years of accounting experience, with strong exposure to full-cycle accounting

·      Solid understanding of US GAAP

·      Hands-on experience with:

o   Month-end close processes

o   Financial reporting (P&L, reconciliations)

o   Accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and general ledger management

·       Proficiency in QuickBooks Online

·       Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail

·       Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)

·       Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment

·       Must have own equipment

Advantageous or Nice-to-Have Skills/Experience:

·     Experience in multi-entity accounting environments

·     Exposure to cash flow forecasting and financial analysis

·     CPA, CMA, or currently pursuing a professional certification

·     Experience working with US-based companies

·     Background in legal, professional services, or technology industries