Head of Accounting (Onsite, Makati) - #35132

Company Profile:

Our client is a leading provider of high-performance solar energy solutions, energy storage, and smart home integration. They specialize in delivering customized solar PV systems, battery storage, and EV charging solutions to homeowners, businesses, and commercial property owners across Luzon. 

Our client wasestablished in February 2017 and has grown into a leading provider of solar energy solutions across Luzon. Their rapidly expanding customer base spans Region 1 to Region 4A, including CAR and NCR.

They specialize in grid-tied, hybrid, and off-grid solar systems, catering to residential, commercial, and industrial clients. To date, they have installed over 10MWp of solar panels and more than 3 megawatt-hours of lithium-ion battery storage, serving over 350 customers. Their largest installation is over 400kWp, showcasing their expertise in delivering high-quality, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions.

Overall purpose and responsibilities of the role:

The Head of Accounting is responsible for leading and managing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, compliance with accounting standards and Philippine tax regulations, and strong internal controls. This role supervises the accounting team and works closely with management and the CFO/Finance Head.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Accounting Operations

• Oversee all accounting functions, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Fixed Assets
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end closing
• Review and approve journal entries, schedules, and account reconciliations 

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure accuracy of Balance Sheet, Income Statement, and Cash Flow
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting

Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with BIR requirements (VAT, Withholding Taxes, Income Tax, Alphalist, etc.)
• Prepare and review tax filings and statutory reports
• Handle coordination with external auditors, tax consultants, and government agencies
• Manage audits and address audit findings

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure proper documentation
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and evaluate accounting staff
• Review team output and ensure deadlines are met
• Provide guidance and technical support to the team

Management Support

• Provide accounting and financial insights to management
• Coordinate with other departments for financial matters
• Support special projects and management requests.

Must-have Skills / Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accountancy
• Minimum 5–7 years of accounting experience
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, taxation, and compliance
• Experience handling audits and BIR transactions
• Complete familiarity of all the on-going installations and upcoming installations
• Accurate forecast of A/R based on installation milestones and completions
• Total knowledge of which POs are imperative to meet the needs of upcoming installations
• Manage cash-flow to ensure ability to pay and prioritise critical Pos
• Knowledge of delivery schedules, importation procedures, agent contact details, etc.
• Ability to identify and resolve long standing accounting issues in the books

Preferred

• CPA license (strong advantage)
• Experience in project-based, construction, energy, or similar industries
• Experience using accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks Online)
• Advanced Excel skills

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PH time (including 1 hour break)

Location: Makati City

Industry: Renewable energy and engineering company