General Accounting Officer (Food & Beverages)

About Fredley Group of Companies

We are a food and restaurant service established in 2014 by one of the youngest entrepreneurs in the Philippines, Avin Ong. We are a Philippine-based master franchise of more than 205 restaurants and cafes nationwide. These brands include Macao Imperial Tea, New York Fries and Dips, Nabe and Kenangan Coffee.

For more details, please check our website at www.fredleygroup.com and follow us on our LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/fredley-group-of-companies/ .

Job Summary

The General Accounting Officer is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing and analyzing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies. This role focuses on the unique accounting needs of the food and beverage industry, including cost control, inventory management, revenue auditing, and expense analysis.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.; Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end closing reports.; Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial statements, schedules, and management reports.; Monitor and reconcile subsidiary ledgers, accruals, and intercompany transactions.; Support internal and external audit requirements by providing necessary documentation and analysis.; Process and verify invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests to ensure accuracy and completeness.; Schedule and prepare check or electronic payments while maintaining proper documentation and approval processes.; Reconcile supplier statements and resolve billing discrepancies promptly.; Maintain an updated record of all payables and ensure timely payments to vendors and service providers.; Ensure compliance with company disbursement policies and BIR regulations.; Ensure compliance with government reportorial requirements (BIR, SEC, etc.) in coordination with the Accounting Manager.; Assist in the preparation of tax-related schedules and other statutory reports.; Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting accuracy and efficiency.; Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.; Provide accounting support during budgeting, forecasting, and internal reporting activities.; Handle other finance-related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.; CPA or equivalent certification (preferred but not mandatory).; Minimum 2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in the hospitality or F&B industry.; Strong knowledge of accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and POS integration.; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.; Understanding of cost accounting and inventory control principles.; Experience in a corporate finance environment or audit firm.; Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance in Philippines. Key Skills:; Strong analytical and numerical skills.; Attention to detail and accuracy.; Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.; Good communication and interpersonal skills.; Integrity and professionalism in handling confidential information