Sr. Accountant

The team is under Global Finance of Vestas Shared Services Centre.
General Ledger is mainly responsible for Month End/Quarter End/Year End closing of the company's financial records. The Department is also responsible for the Cash Flow Reporting, Fixed Assets Accounting, Cash Management, Intercompany Accounting & some Statutory Reporting. The group is expected to have close collaboration with Regional Finance, Payroll &Treasury Department as well as with the other functions in SSC such as AP/AR/TE & Controlling and Reporting.

A2R and AR > A2R APC, VWS, CEU, NEU, MED, Fixed Asset > A2R MED, AME

Responsibilities

• Participate in further improvement and optimization of Monthly/Annual Reporting, and Statutory Reporting processes, and procedures in Finance and Accounting

• Implement the relevant finance processing of General Ledger fully in accordance with the defined and agreed Vestas Standard Operating Procedures

• Effectively engage and collaborate with relevant colleagues (i.e., AP/ AR/TE, Controlling and Reporting) and business stakeholders (i.e., Regional Finance, Payroll & Treasury), in order to solve operational issues and problems with speed and quality

• Reviews daily (i.e., Balance Sheet accounts reconciliation, journal entry posting, payroll entry processing) and monthly reports (i.e., Accruals, Cash Flow, and MRP) and accompanying schedules and specifications

• Perform innovative review to ensure achievement of KPIs and PPIs for the specific function assigned

• Ensure SOX controls review has been performed and completed for specific entities being handled

• Assists in improving accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls

• Ensure standard operating procedures and process manuals are frequently reviewed and updated accordingly

• Develop training plans and knowledge sharing within the team

  
  

Qualifications

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

• With a professional background in General Ledger functions, Reporting or Controlling

• With at least five (5) years of working experience in the same field

• With BPO and migration experience

  
  

Competencies

• For instance but not required yellow belt trained or with knowledge in process improvement methodologies

• For instance with certifications (i.e. CPA, CMA, CIA etc.) but not required

• With good communication skills

• Problem solving-oriented

• Flexible and willing to work on holidays as needed and on any shift as maybe assigned. Willing to travel.

• With positive behavior and attitude. Can blend well to different kind of personalities.

• With knowledge in using ERP systems

  
  

What we offer
We offer you an exciting role with great professional and personal development opportunities in an inspiring, progressive, international work environment at an established manufacturer of wind turbines. We offer attractive company perks like fitness subsidy, health insurance, pension, life insurance, medical, travel, internet, etc. We have a modern, inspiring office overlooking Manila Bay, conveniently located near public transport. We believe in work-life balance and plan annual offsite outings, team building, and sports events. In Vestas, you will experience an innovative environment where no days are ever the same, strengthening your personal and professional growth.

Additional InformationWe amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before the 31st of March 2023.

Additional Benefits

• Fitness Subsidy

• Retirement Benefit Plan

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 145 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.