Financial Information System Specialist (Makati)

The Strategic Support & Financial Information Systems Officer is responsible for managing ongoing automation projects and recommending enhancements to the Accounting Information Systems. This role ensures the generation of accurate financial reports for stakeholders, which can also be used for data analytics.
• Recommend enhancements to existing AIS, specifically the Financial Information System (FIS) - Business Central (BC), and Loan Information System (LIS) Account Management System (AMS)
• Liaise with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) regarding Computerized Accounting System (CAS) requirements and submit subsequent reporting requirements, if any
• Stay updated on BIR’s automation requirements and recommend continuous updates or alignment of the company’s AIS to comply with new regulations
• Prepare User Requirements Specifications (URS), Change Request documents, Test Scripts, System Service Requests (SSR), and other related documents required by ICTD for IT-related project documentation
• Conduct functional system testing or user acceptance testing (UAT) before deploying any system fixes or enhancements
• Coordinate with ICTD personnel (business analysts, program managers, etc.) or system vendors regarding system requirements, system testing, UAT, and system deployments related to accounting needs
• Work with accounting users to identify issues related to accounting reports and recommend necessary enhancements or fixes to the system
• Attend and represent the accounting division in meetings related to AIS
• Collaborate with Department Heads of the Accounting Division to update their respective Operations Manuals, if necessary, as a result of system enhancements
• Recommend automation of manually prepared accounting reports after evaluation and discussion with accounting users

Qualifications:
• Graduate of Accountancy
• Preferably a Certified Public Accountant with a background in external audit
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or a related field
• Has in-depth knowledge and understanding of accounting standards and practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other MS Office applications
• Has exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Has strong research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven team player with a positive and cooperative attitude
• Able to work effectively under pressure and with minimal supervision

Location: Makati

Salary Range:
PHP 50,000 to PHP 70,000
Negotiable beyond this range but close to the specified range