Senior Accountant

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development engineering construction operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies- energy sales and management and marketing energy services self-consumption electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for overseeing the Companys accounting operations financial reporting treasury management investment monitoring tax compliance and internal controls. The role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial records timely completion of month-end and year-end closing activities compliance with Philippine regulatory requirements and effective management of cash and investment portfolios.

The position requires a highly analytical and detail-oriented finance professional with strong experience in Philippine accounting and taxation treasury and banking operations SAP ERP system and financial reporting under Philippine Financial Reporting Standards (PFRS/IFRS).

The Senior Accountant will work closely with business units banks auditors tax authorities and management while driving process improvements and finance transformation initiatives.

• Lead monthly quarterly and annual financial closing activities.
• Review and approve journal entries accruals provisions reclassifications and adjustments.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items.
• Monitor compliance with PFRS/IFRS and company accounting policies.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial results and explain significant variances and unusual transactions.
• Maintain schedules for fixed assets leases borrowings investments and other significant accounts.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of complex or non-routine transactions.

• Manage daily cash position and liquidity requirements.
• Prepare and review short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor working capital and optimize cash utilization.
• Oversee bank account administration signatory management and banking relationships.
• Review and approve payment runs fund transfers and treasury transactions.
• Monitor debt obligations loan repayments interest accruals and financing arrangements.
• Coordinate with banks regarding financing facilities foreign exchange requirements investment products and treasury services.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and internal controls.

• Monitor and account for investments such as:
  • Time Deposits
  • Money Market Placements
  • Other Financial Assets
• Track investment maturities yields interest income and reinvestment opportunities.
• Prepare investment portfolio reports for management review.
• Calculate and review accrued interest income and fair value adjustments where applicable.
• Coordinate with banks and investment institutions regarding placements and investment strategies.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide recommendations to management.
• Ensure proper accounting and disclosure of investments in accordance with PFRS/IFRS.

• Oversee the preparation and review of Philippine tax compliance requirements including:
  • Annual and Quarterly Income Tax Returns
• Review tax reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Assist in responding to BIR audits assessments and regulatory inquiries.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the business.

• Act as a key user for SAP Financial Accounting (FI) Treasury and General Ledger modules.
• Review accounting transactions recorded in SAP and ensure data integrity.
• Participate in system enhancements upgrades testing and implementation projects.
• Support automation initiatives and finance process digitalization efforts.
• Develop and improve SAP reports and reconciliation processes.
• Train junior finance staff on SAP-related processes and controls.

• Manage digital banking platforms and electronic payment systems.
• Review and approve online banking transactions in accordance with authority limits.
• Coordinate with banks regarding:
  • Online banking administration
  • User access controls
  • Digital payment facilities
  • Cash management services
• Ensure security and compliance of online banking activities.
• Monitor electronic fund transfers intercompany transfers and automated payment processes.
• Support the implementation and optimization of digital banking solutions.

• JPM Access
• UnionBank Portal
• BDO Business Online Banking
• Other corporate online banking platforms

• Ensure compliance with established finance policies and internal control procedures.
• Support the design and implementation of process improvements and control enhancements.
• Prepare audit schedules and coordinate with external and internal auditors.
• Review audit findings and monitor corrective action plans.
• Identify financial operational and compliance risks and recommend mitigating controls.

• Supervise and mentor Junior Accountants and Accounting Assistants.
• Review work output and provide coaching and technical guidance.
• Collaborate with Procurement HR Operations Legal Treasury partners and external stakeholders.
• Support Finance Manager and CFO in special projects and strategic initiatives.
• Promote a culture of accountability accuracy and continuous improvement.

• Bachelors Degree in Accountancy.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly preferred.

• Minimum5-8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least2 years in a senior accounting role.
• Experience in Philippine corporate accounting treasury and financial reporting.
• Experience handling investment accounting and cash management functions.
• Experience working with multinational companies shared services or large Philippine corporations is an advantage.

• Strong knowledge of:
  • PFRS / IFRS
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Month-end and year-end closing
  • Consolidations and reconciliations
  • Fixed asset accounting
  • Lease accounting
  • Investment accounting

• Working knowledge of:
  • Philippine tax compliance
  • BIR regulations
  • VAT and withholding taxes
  • Corporate income taxation

• Strong SAP ERP experience preferred:
  • SAP FI
  • SAP AP
  • SAP AR
  • SAP GL
  • SAP Treasury Modules
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills:
  • Pivot Tables
  • XLOOKUP
  • SUMIFS
  • Financial Modelling
  • Dashboard Reporting

• Cash flow forecasting
• Liquidity management
• Loan management
• Investment monitoring
• Banking relationship management
• Digital banking platforms

• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Leadership and coaching abilities
• Business partnering and stakeholder management
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin circumstances background or condition.