Senior General Ledger Accountant / Accounting Lead
Key Responsibilities
General Ledger & Close
Own day-to-day general ledger activity, including transaction review and posting.
Lead and execute the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries and close schedules.
Maintain the monthly close calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations for all material accounts.
Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Revenue Recognition
Review and validate revenue recognition in accordance with Swiss Madison’s accounting policies.
Ensure revenue is properly recorded across sales channels and customer types.
Coordinate with external accountants on any revenue recognition complexities or changes.
Financial Controls & Accuracy
Review AP and AR activity for accuracy, proper coding, and completeness.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
Support audits, lender requests, and external accountant reviews by providing schedules and explanations.
Oversight & Coordination
Provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to the Accounting Operations Specialist.
Review weekly AR aging, cash application summaries, and AP payment runs.
Serve as the primary internal accounting point of contact for the external accounting firm.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, documentation, and system usage.
Systems & Process Improvement
Maintain accounting documentation, SOPs, and close checklists.
Partner with finance leadership on system improvements, automation, and process optimization.
Assist with ERP integrity, reconciliations, and data accuracy.
Backup Coverage & Continuity Responsibilities
Serve as the primary backup for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations during periods of absence, turnover, or peak workload.
Ensure continuity of critical accounting operations, including:
Invoice processing and payment execution.
Daily cash application and customer account maintenance.
Time-sensitive AR collections and customer communications.
Maintain sufficient working knowledge of all AP and AR systems, workflows, and approval processes to step in seamlessly when required.
Periodically review and validate AP and AR standard operating procedures to ensure they are current, documented, and executable by multiple team members.
Coordinate workload reallocation during absences to ensure month-end close timelines and service levels are not impacted.
Act as the escalation point for urgent transactional issues when the Accounting Operations Specialist is unavailable.
- Role type
- Finance
- Role
- Accountant
- Locations
- Robinsons Cyberscape Gamma, Ortigas Center, Pasig City
- Work Schedule
- Monday to Friday (9:00 PM to 6:00 AM Philippine Time)
- Shifting Schedule?
- false
- Shifts with Daylight Savings?
- true
About Satellite Office
Satellite Office partners with some of the world’s leading brands to build high-performing offshore teams based in the Philippines. Our people work directly with international clients in roles that are meaningful, challenging, and rewarding. Whether you’re in customer service, IT, digital marketing, finance, or creative design, you’ll be empowered to do your best work, and build a career you can be proud of.
At Satellite Office, we’re committed to creating a workplace unlike any other, fostering growth through engaging employee programs, continuous learning and development, team-building experiences, company-wide celebrations, and world-class office spaces.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
🌟 You’re Valued.
You won’t just be a number. You’ll be part of a close-knit, collaborative team where your contributions matter.
🚀 You’ll Grow.
From day one, you’ll have access to learning opportunities, mentoring, and support to help you reach your full potential.
🎉 You’ll Belong.
We’re proud of our vibrant and inclusive culture, filled with team-building events, company-wide celebrations, wellness programs, and more.
🏢 You’ll Work in Style.
Our world-class offices are located in premium business hubs like BGC and Ortigas. Modern, comfortable, and designed to bring out your best.
💼 You’ll Work with Global Brands.
We match you with top international clients where you’ll work directly with their teams and make a real impact.
Whether you’re starting a new chapter or growing in your profession, Satellite Office is where you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find a career you can be proud of.