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TYPE OF WORK
Full Time
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SALARY
Php 60,000 to 80,000/mo
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HOURS PER WEEK
40
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DATE UPDATED
Aug 7, 2025
About Us
Watson Rice Philippines, Inc. is a specialized accounting and financial services firm dedicated to serving nonprofit organizations based in the United States. With our focus on the US nonprofit sector, we provide expert solutions tailored to the unique financial and compliance needs of US-based foundations, NGOs, educational institutions, and charitable organizations. We are seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional with passion for the nonprofit sector to join our Philippines operations in Metro Manila, working closely with our US offices.
Role Overview
As a Client Accounting Supervisor, you will be the sole tea
Key Responsibilities
• Work as the primary accounting professional in our Philippines office supporting US operations
• Maintain and improve existing accounting processes and workflows to serve US-based nonprofit clients
• Identify staffing needs and help rebuild a team as operations grow
• Coordinate with US offices to ensure seamless service delivery to US clients
• Lead monthly account reconciliation processes to ensure accurate financial reporting and ledger maintenance in accordance with US nonprofit accounting standards
• Analyze and interpret complex financial reports, budgets, and records to deliver actionable insights for US nonprofit organizations
• Develop and present financial recommendations based on US nonprofit funding commitments, grant requirements, and forecasts
• Conduct regular client management meetings to review operational and financial performance.
• Create and review journal entries, ensuring proper accounting practices aligned with US standards
• Coordinate accounting projects as requested by US management and nonprofit clients
• Oversee preparation of client records for annual audits, ensuring documentation is complete and accessible while coordinating with external audit teams
• Support financial audit processes and implement audit recommendations effectively, with particular attention to US donor compliance requirements
• Prepare comprehensive accounting records and financial reports according to US nonprofit accounting standards
• Ensure full compliance with US nonprofit accounting standards, guidelines, and relevant regulations Evaluate and optimize accounting software applications to streamline financial operations for US nonprofit clients
• Manage grant financial reporting and donor-restricted fund management processes for US organizations
• Collaborate with US-based tax specialists on matters related to nonprofit tax compliance
• Contribute to the growth strategy of our Philippines operations
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Minimum 5 years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
Ability to work independently while managing existing processes and systems
Experience with team building preferred
Familiarity with US accounting standards and practices
Experience working with US-based clients or organizations a plus
Advanced knowledge of accounting software used in nonprofit accounting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
Effective leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to work effectively with US-based teams across time zones
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
Passion for supporting the mission-driven work of nonprofit organizations
