Senior Accountant CPA Levels 1-3
VargasAndrews · Remote — Philippines
Remote$1,700 – $2,200 per month
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- Location
- Remote — Philippines
- Workplace
- Remote
- Employment type
- Contract / freelance
- Experience level
- Senior
- Salary
- $1,700 – $2,200 per month
- Date posted
- Oct 11, 2026
- Last checked at the source
- Oct 11, 2026
- Job source
- via Himalayas
Requirements
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• Certification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) — Required.
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is an advantage.
• Experience: 5 to 7 years as a Senior Accountant or in a similar leadership role, preferably in an outsourced or international setup
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, tax laws, and reporting standards
• Excellent English communication skills — verbal and written — with the ability to confidently manage client relationships and explain complex concepts clearly
• Exceptional leadership skills: able to inspire and guide teams while maintaining accountability and high standards
• A sharp eye for detail and a structured, meticulous approach to problem-solving and reviewing work
• Proven ability to manage tight deadlines, multiple priorities, and team workloads in a high-pressure environment
• Experience in cost accounting is a plus
• Experience using AI-driven tools or systems is highly desirable
• Must be amenable to working on a U.S. Pacific Time schedule, with the possibility of a full night shift (see Working Schedule section)
Benefits
Working for VargasAndrews means joining a global workforce of passionate, motivated A-players. We believe in hiring driven individuals and supporting them with direction and resources. We work smart, not just hard.
• Work with a Global Team of A-Players
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits
• A Dynamic, Digital-First Workplace
• U.S.-Facing Roles with Real Impact and Growth
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Service-Break Credits (SBC) — Up to 120 Hours/Year : Use your SBC for personal time, rest days, or unexpected emergencies — at your own discretion. We believe rest is part of performing at your best.
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U.S. Observance Day Credits — 13 Days/Year : You earn SBC credits on 13 recognized U.S. observance days, giving you built-in breathing room throughout the year without touching your regular credits.
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Monthly Health Allowance — Starting Month 7 : After your 6th month of continuous engagement, you receive a monthly health allowance to support your personal wellness and preventive care
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Dependent Health Allowance : After a period of continuous engagement, you unlock an annual dependent wellness allowance — because your family's wellbeing matters too.
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Work From Anywhere in the Philippines : Fully remote. No commute. Work from home, a co-working space, or wherever you are most productive — anywhere in the Philippines with a reliable connection.
Skills
- Excel
- Accounting
- Auditing
- IFRS
- Supply Chain
- Communication
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
Visa and relocation
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Job description
About the Role
We are raising the bar for Senior Accountants. We are not just looking for technical skills. We need confident, experienced professionals who can lead teams, work directly with U.S.-based clients, and drive continuous improvement in processes and systems.
This is a client-facing leadership role that demands exceptional attention to detail, proactive communication, and strong relationship management. You will manage people, oversee deliverables, and bring innovative ideas to the table, especially around automation and AI-driven efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, lead by example, and take pride in precision, we want to hear from you.
Recruitment Process
We aim to complete the recruitment process within seven to ten calendar days. We are looking for exceptional leaders with outstanding communication skills, a meticulous eye for detail, and a proven ability to manage clients and teams.
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Initial Interview (30–45 min) : A conversation to get to know you, your background, and your motivation for joining VargasAndrews.
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Pre-Requisite : Submission of a sample work or accounting portfolio.
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Behavioral Interview (60–90 min) : An in-depth discussion using real-life scenarios to assess communication, leadership style, client management, and your approach to innovation and problem-solving.
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Technical Interview (60–90 min): A rigorous evaluation of your technical expertise, client relationship experience, and your ability to leverage modern tools and AI to drive process improvements.
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Pre-Engagement : Reference Check and IT Audit.
Company Overview
VargasAndrews is an international professional services firm specializing in business transformations and turnarounds. We exist to transform lives — and we live that mission every single day, not just on a poster.
We believe in:
• Teamwork & Camaraderie
• Hiring & Developing the Best
• Agility & Lean Thinking
• Customer Obsession
• Curiosity & Systemization
• Ownership & Accountability
We are a why organization, not a what organization. It is not what we do, but why we do it that drives us every day. Our vision is to become an international market leader in business transformations.
Visit our website and connect with us on LinkedIn to learn more.
Why Join Us?
Working for VargasAndrews means joining a global workforce of passionate, motivated A-players. We believe in hiring driven individuals and supporting them with direction and resources. We work smart, not just hard.
• Work with a Global Team of A-Players
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits
• A Dynamic, Digital-First Workplace
• U.S.-Facing Roles with Real Impact and Growth
Scope of Services
The following outlines the primary service areas and KPIs for the Senior Accountant I, as defined in our RCFO engagement framework:
Engagement & Client Management
• Lead and act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, concerns, and requests promptly and effectively.
• Facilitate meetings, presentations, and discussions to deepen client understanding and satisfaction.
• Monitor client satisfaction and feedback, taking proactive measures to address issues and enhance the overall client experience.
• Create detailed client project plans, timelines, and schedules to ensure timely completion of all deliverables.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Conduct regular project meetings to review status, discuss challenges, and make necessary adjustments.
Senior Accounting Work
Accounts Receivable
• Reconciliation of customer invoices with the accounting system and bank payments/deposits received.
• Preparation and submission of monthly invoices to clients no later than the agreed deadline (as applicable).
• Ensure customer payments are recorded at most 1 day from receipt of payment.
• Consistent monitoring and follow-through of customer payments, especially invoices more than 30 days past due.
• Ensure that AR Aging reports are delivered to clients on a weekly basis and that escalation SOPs are followed as required.
Bank Reconciliation
• Daily checking of the bank statement and daily recording of bank transactions in the client's accounting system.
• Reconcile bank statement to book statement at most 2 days from the previous month-end.
Accounts Payable
• Ensure all payments are properly approved and substantiated with supporting documents.
• Ensure all Purchase Orders are duly approved by the Board.
• Send AP Aging Report with notes for important payables.
• Weekly monitoring of AP Aging and prompt reporting of any inconsistencies or new transactions to the Fractional Controller.
Payments to Employees & Contractors
• Prepare the manual Pay Report on salaries and fees paid to employees and contractors within at most 2 days from the end of the payment cut-off period.
• Record detailed payroll expenses no later than 2 days after the end of the payment period, with journal entries referencing the Pay Report.
• Record payments to employees and contractors no later than 2 days from the payment period.
General Accounts
• Accrue revenues and expenses for the month as needed.
• Reverse accrued revenues and expenses for the month as needed.
• Record prepayments and adjust as needed.
• Review, record, and adjust other accounts as needed.
Financial Statement Closing Process
• Prepare financial statements, financial statement consolidation, and variance and trend analysis reports in coordination with the Fractional Controller.
• Ensure the completeness of accruals at most 3 days following the month to be closed.
• Aid in the preparation of data to compute and present monthly budgets and forecasts required by the Client.
• Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts on or before the 2nd Monday of the following month.
Policies & Procedures
• Design and implement processes and procedures to improve the accounting processes of the Client and its related
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