Accounting Manager  

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Reporting, Planning & Analysis

• Manage the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Lead financial forecasting, scenario planning, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Consolidate, check, review and analyze group-level financial reports across business units.

2. Corporate Taxes & Disbursements

• Manage the preparation of reports and ensure compliance with tax regulations and corporate tax filings and payments.
• Supervise checking and approval of disbursement processes e.g. checks, auto credit payments and Digibanker for manager’s check, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls.

3. Reports Analysis & Business Insights

• Analyze historical to up to date financial and operational reports to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to the executive team.

4. Internal Controls & Policy Implementation

• Establish and maintain robust internal controls and risk management practices.
• Review and enhance financial policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and compliance.

5. Budget & Planning Management

• Support the annual budgeting process and ensure departmental alignment with financial goals.
• Support in monitoring budget utilization and provide guidance on cost control and resource allocation.

6. People Management & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to achieve high performance and career growth.
• Transform a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Direct implementation of Inquirer Performance System to the whole Finance Department and prioritize maintenance of high levels of productivity within the team.

7. Oversight of Inquirer Foundation

• Help in the review of Financial reports and documents for the Inquirer Foundation.

8. Other Tasks & Special Projects

• Manage ad hoc financial initiatives, system improvements, and special projects as assigned.
• Manage special projects/ reports, including break-even, cost and profitability studies and other vital reports, as requested.
• Support external audits, investor reporting, and board presentations when needed.
• Perform other related tasks that may be assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Certified Public Accountant or equivalent is preferred).
• At least 5 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
  

Competencies and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax regulations, and business analysis.
• Strong knowledge of General Accounting and Auditing Principles and Procedures
• Strong knowledge of Financial Data Analysis and Procedures.
• Experience in media, publishing, or advertising industries is an advantage.
• Proficient in financial systems, Excel, and data visualization tools.
• Proven leadership, strategic thinking, task management and communication skills.
• Proven attention to details, analytical, results/ goal-oriented skills.