Junior Accounting Specialist (Philippines)

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking detail-oriented and analytical professionals to join our growing Accounting & Finance team. Whether you are early in your career or bring years of experience, we welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds in accounting and finance. This role offers opportunities to contribute to core financial operations, payroll management, and strategic planning, while growing within a dynamic organization.

Key responsibilities:

Prepare, analyze, and interpret monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts

Perform variance analysis, trend analysis, and financial performance reporting

Prepare journal entries, accruals, and adjustments as needed

Monitor and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions

Administer payroll activities, including processing, reporting, and compliance with tax and labor regulations

Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies

Support budgeting and forecasting processes

Provide financial insights and recommendations to management

Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audit periods

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

We are open to candidates at different career stages. Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (advanced degrees or certifications such as CPA/CFA are a plus)

Experience ranging from entry-level to senior (1–8+ years in accounting or finance roles)

Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS), and general accounting processes

Familiarity with payroll systems and regulations is highly valued

Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, formulas) and accounting systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle)

Analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Strong communication and organizational skills

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Profession.

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!

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