Home-Based Senior Accountant

Overview

This role is for a Home-Based Senior Accountant supporting financial reporting and general accounting operations for a growing U.S.-based company in the remediation and waste management services industry. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, you will handle month-end close activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, cash accounting, prepaid expense amortization, and state and local tax compliance. You will also support annual financial audits and bank examinations while partnering with cross-functional teams to maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with accounting policies, and improve accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, accruals, and other general ledger transactions for accurate financial reporting.
• Perform expense allocations in accordance with established accounting policies and internal procedures.
• Record cash transactions and intercompany transfers in the cash sub-ledger.
• Reconcile corporate bank accounts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and follow through on outstanding variances.
• Track, maintain, and amortize prepaid expenses in accordance with applicable accounting policies.
• Calculate and record commercial insurance accruals accurately and within established deadlines.
• Prepare and submit sales tax filings across multiple states and jurisdictions.
• Prepare and remit state and local income taxes in accordance with applicable regulations and deadlines.
• Coordinate preparation, filing, and payment of required annual reports across multiple states.
• Assist in preparing audit schedules, gathering supporting documentation, and responding to requests for the annual financial audit.
• Support annual bank examinations by preparing schedules, retrieving documents, and coordinating requested information.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial data.
• Identify opportunities to streamline general accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, applicable tax requirements, and established accounting policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with exposure to:
  • General ledger accounting
  • Month-end close
  • Account reconciliations
  • Tax compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA license or CPA candidate status.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and its application in general accounting and financial reporting.
• Working knowledge of state and local tax filings, including sales tax and income tax remittances.
• Experience supporting external audits and bank examinations, including documentation requirements.
• Proficiency in general ledger and accounting systems; experience with Sage Intacct is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; able to investigate and resolve discrepancies independently.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Willingness and ability to work U.S. business hours on a Philippine overnight/graveyard schedule.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: PHP 75,000
• Job Type: Full-time
• Benefits include:
  • Permanent work-from-home setup
  • Company equipment provided
  • Government-mandated benefits, including employer contributions
  • Internet stipends upon regularization
  • HMO coverage, subject to company eligibility and enrollment policies
  • PTO credits and service incentive leaves
  • Major spring and winter company live events
  • Monthly employee appreciation virtual events
  • Company-provided career skills training courses
  • Industry-leading salary packages

Location

Home-based (Philippines), supporting U.S. business hours on a Philippine overnight/graveyard schedule.

Work Schedule

• Work Shift: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST (USA)
• Workdays: Monday through Friday (USA)