Accountant

Purpose and Scope

The Accountant serves as the senior in-country finance lead for the BioSHIELD task order, applying accounting principles to ensure the proper and accurate recording and distribution of project cost. In addition to maintaining accounting records and supporting monthly financial reporting to the customer, the position owns local tax compliance and the value-added tax (VAT) exemption process in the Philippines, ensuring the project operates in accordance with the CTR Umbrella Agreement, applicable Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) rulings, and company policy. Works with minimum supervision and may oversee junior finance or administrative staff.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain accounting records including journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and revenue reconciliation.

• Balance books and prepare financial statements; monitor and develop monthly reports of revenues and expenditures for the project.

• Support the Monthly Progress and Financial Report (MPFR, CDRL A003) by providing accurate cost, commitment, and expenditure data, and support budget forecasting and variance analysis for the Project Manager.

• Manage local tax compliance in the Philippines, including coordination with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) and the Department of Finance (DOF), timely filing of any required returns, and maintenance of documentation to support VAT-zero-rating and BIR post-audit requirements.

• Administer and maintain the VAT-exemption process: safeguard the USG assistance-implementing certificate letter and supporting references (CTR Umbrella Agreement and BIR Ruling No. VAT-003-2023); track Tax Exemption Indorsement (TEI) status through the DOF process; ensure subcontractors and suppliers issue VAT-zero-rate invoices; and retain complete supporting documentation for BIR post-audit.

• Reconcile VAT-exemption, customs, and duty-free transactions, and support any VAT reimbursement procedures for the project and its subcontractors.

• Maintain records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions, ensuring proper cost capture, tracking, and reporting.

• Support invoicing and billing review, ensuring accuracy and compliance with US GAAP, FAR/DFARS cost principles, and other applicable accounting and regulatory requirements.

• Establish and refine processes, procedures, and internal controls that properly capture, track, and report project cost and ensure audit readiness.

• Interpret financial reports and records for the Project Manager and stakeholders, and may review the work of and provide guidance to junior staff.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; CPA a plus.

• Demonstrated knowledge of local Philippines tax compliance and VAT/exemption processes; experience with overseas or USG-funded programs and FAR/DFARS cost principles strongly preferred.

• Prior supervisory or team-lead experience preferred.

• Working knowledge of word-processing and integrated accounting/ERP software applications.

• Good written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to perform detail-oriented work.

• Ability to work under deadlines with strong planning and organizing skills.

• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

Work Environment, Physical and Mental Demands

Typical office environment in the Philippines with no unusual hazards. Occasional lifting to 20 pounds, constant sitting while using a computer terminal, constant use of sight for reviewing documents, and constant mental alertness. Position may require occasional travel.