Associate Accountant
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Date posted
August 6, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
Manila
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Salary
₱765,000 - ₱1,530,000 /year
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Career level
Entry to Mid Level
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Experience
1 – 2 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Associate Accountant, based out of their corporate offices in Manila, Philippines. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
The team operates at the intersection of international capital markets, advanced technology, and commercial enablement, delivering high-impact solutions across global businesses. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Working in a collaborative and dynamic environment, you will partner closely with finance colleagues supporting multiple legal entities to ensure consistency, accuracy, and excellence in service delivery.
- Your key responsibilities will include assisting with the preparation of annual financial statements, income tax returns, related party transaction reporting, and other regulatory submissions to the BIR and SEC.
- Execute and drive perform month-end accounting activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, investigation and resolution of reconciling items, and intercompany cash settlements with both onshore and offshore counterparties.
- In addition, you will prepare and file monthly and quarterly tax returns, including withholding tax, VAT, and fringe benefits tax (FBT), ensuring accurate and timely submission of supporting information and remittance journals.
- Execute and drive support tax audit activities by assisting with the reconciliation and investigation of BIR findings, analyse expenses and operational reports to identify and explain variances, and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately in the appropriate accounts.
- Additionally, you will also contribute to maintaining compliance with the the firm financial control framework by upholding strong controllership standards, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality work, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date process documentation.
- Furthermore, you will serve as a key point of contact for responding to queries from clients and internal stakeholders, while providing support for ad hoc requests and other finance-related activities as required.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- CPA holder with 1 year relevant accounting experience.
- External audit exposure or assistance in a BIR tax audit examination is an advantage.
- Team player who upholds appropriate workplace behaviour and standards.
- Experience in performing financial and accounting control tasks including general accounting and reconciliations.
- Good knowledge of accounting standards with exposure to IFRS an advantage.
- Good working knowledge of ERP and financial accounting systems, reporting tools and Microsoft Excel.
- High attention to detail with a consistent level of high-quality output.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining robust financial controls while building trusted relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.
