Accountant CPA for European-based company

The Position

Are you looking for a fulfilling opportunity to contribute your skills and expertise to a purpose-driven accounting firm based in Europe? We’re not just looking for professionals; we’re seeking Accountant CPA’s who believe in making a difference and want to be part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence. Come, bring your unique talents, and let’s forge a path toward a brighter future together.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join our finance and accounting team based in Europe. If you are a detail-oriented, organised, and dedicated professional with a passion for numbers and financial analysis, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

About the Company

The Doing Co is a recruitment agency sourcing top-tier Filipino VA’s to be placed directly into US, European and Australian businesses. This role is for one of our dynamic clients. They run a highly successful business in accounting services. They have a proven track record of providing outstanding financial solutions to businesses of all sizes. With a commitment to excellence, they have established themselves as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to streamline their financial operations, ensure compliance, and achieve financial success.

The Details
Location:
Remote, work from home.
Job Type:
Full-time 40 hours per week.
Salary:
70,000 PHP per month.
Hours (in Philippine Time): The client is based in Europe
4:00 PM – 12:00 AM PHT

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting
-Compile Financial Statements: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
-Consolidation of Accounts: Combine multiple entities or departments’ financial data for unified reporting.
-Tax Preparation: Calculate tax liabilities and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
-Budget Planning: Collaborate with management to create annual budgets and forecast future financial performance.

Quality Control
-Review & Validation: Conduct reviews of financial statements and reports prepared by junior accountants to ensure accuracy.
-Data Integrity Checks: Perform reconciliation of general ledger accounts to safeguard data integrity.
-Audit Support: Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing all necessary documentation and clarification.

Time Management
-Scheduling: Develop and maintain a reporting calendar to ensure timely deliveries of all financial reports.
-Deadline Monitoring: Keep track of all relevant accounting deadlines, including tax submissions, and regulatory filings.
-Prioritisation: Coordinate with other departments to establish priority levels for different types of reports.

Compliance & Risk Management
-Regulatory Adherence: Stay abreast of local, state, and federal accounting standards to ensure full compliance.
-Risk Assessment: Evaluate financial risks and recommend appropriate risk management strategies.

Software
-Xero
-Xero Workpapers or other Workpaper packs
-Senta
-Reporting software

This position is for someone that
-Is incredibly detail-oriented, organised, and knows how to problem-solve.
-Always seeks to create better systems and take interest in how they can make things more efficient and effective.
-Speaks up if they see a problem and are proactive in finding a solution. (You don’t just make it work, you make it better!)
-LOVES working with a small team and thrives in a fast-paced working environment.
-Knows how to manage time and work independently, but also enjoys collaboration.
-Is resourceful, meaning they know when to Google it, but also know when to ask for help.

Skills, Experience & Requirements
-At least 2-3 years remotely working online for US, Australian, or European clients.
-Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or any related field. CPA or ACCA certification is preferred.
-At least 2-3 experience as an Accountant or similar role in an accounting firm.
-Strong project management skills and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
-Excellent knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and tax regulations.
-Proficiency in XERO accounting software and financial management systems.
-Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
-High attention to detail and accuracy.
-Comfortable working in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
-Experience working from home, remote, and 100% online.
-Excellent time management skills
-Ideally external audit experience (Big 4)

This position is NOT for you if you…
-Don’t have an established workspace and structure to work full time.
-Have another job.
-Don’t have above average attention to detail
-Tend to be last minute and have a “just get it done” attitude instead of “make it great”
-Don’t consider client satisfaction and customer service a priority.
-Not looking for a long-term role