About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What we do</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px">The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.</span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Purpose</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px">Accounting Manager 1 is responsible for the accounting data produced and/or validated by the region or delegation or department under her/his responsibility, in compliance with internal procedures. S/he acts as a team leader for the region or delegation or department under her/his responsibility. H/she is responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the financial closing and reporting of accounts of the region/delegations under her/his area of responsibility.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Relationships</H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Internally interacts and works closely with the finance teams in the field delegations, teams in the Financial shared services and other internal stakeholders to be able to deliver the accounting services.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Externally, represents the ICRC and interacts with banks, suppliers, and tax authorities.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Accountable for the quality and accuracy of the accounting data entry and reporting for the regions/delegations under her/his area of responsibility.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Supervises a pool of accountants supporting several regions/delegations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Ensures seamless and accurate communication flow between the accountants and the client regions/delegations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Contributes to designing and implementing an internal control system that guarantees reliable accounting data at any time.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Controls, validates, and posts the accounting entries in the accounting software (IRIS/JDE/PPS) in timely manner.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Supervises and ensures accurate bookkeeping and archiving with appropriate supporting documents.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Performs control on the cash and bank reconciliations in IRIS/JDE on a regular basis.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Performs integrity checks of accounting entries and account balances on a regular basis. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Controls the accuracy and completeness of accounting transactions in accordance with financial procedures.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Leads the maintenance of sound accounting documentation to meet external and internal audit requirements.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Identifies anomalies or other issues and proposes solutions to his/her supervisor. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Leads the annual and monthly closing activities.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Monitors and ensures the compliance of all administrative and financial procedures and deadlines.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Controls and validates the voucher matching of supply chain goods and CUPR adjustment entries. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Controls and validates the accounting corrections and adjustments when needed. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Coordinates the reconciliation and consolidation of the balance sheet accounts of Field delegations/sites. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Coordinates the work around the monthly List of Accounts for Reconciliation and Confirmation (LARC). </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Controls the weekly/monthly or annually accounting reports as per the needs.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Controls the upload of the finalized/validated accounting vouchers and supporting documents to Ms Azure. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Performs other accounting tasks as directed by her/his supervisor.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><em><strong>Additional Duties</strong></em></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Validates and processes payments of invoices through on-line banking and monitor payment requests (upon request).</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Validates the vendor creation/modifications in IRIS/JDE (upon request).</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Coordinates the support and training to the finance and non- finance teams in the delegations/sites under her/his area of responsibility. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Coordinates the work on the accounting comments (pre/post-closing comments, CTM Quarterly Comments, Distribution Tracking, Inventory, etc) and coordinate the replies with the concerned delegation/site under her/his responsibility. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Participates in the preparation of annual budget, Financial Forecast, analytical reviews, field financial reviews and other ad-hoc reporting requirements. (Upon request).</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Selection Requirements</H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">CPA (Certified Public Accountant) in good standing.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Excellent Computer proficiency - Technically proficient in Microsoft Office environment – Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint and Erwin / Orbus)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Sound knowledge and experience in ERP (JD Edwards).</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Minimum 6-8 years’ experience in Accounting/Finance position.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Minimum 2-3 years’ leading/managing a team experience.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Experience in an international organization or non-governmental organizations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Excellent command of written and spoken English (Knowledge of French/Spanish/Arabic is an asset)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Experience in managing regional accounting.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Knowledge of internal control systems and best practices in financial accounting.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Strong organization, planning and analytical skills.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Able to work independently and under pressure with high levels of complexity.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Excellent interpersonal skills and capacity for collaborative teamwork across disciplines.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Hybrid working modalities (on site work preferred).</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">What we offer</H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Training opportunities</span></li> <li><span style="font-size:14.0px">Flexible work schedule</span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:18.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Application Reminders</H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">If this sounds like a good fit for you, kindly apply through the <strong>Apply now</strong> button below and attach a copy of your updated and comprehensive resume along with your motivation letter.<br>-<br>Deadline of Application: <strong>22 May 2026</strong><br>Target Start Date: <strong>Immediately</strong><br>Office Address: <strong>32/F BDO Life Megaplaza, 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City, Philippines</strong><br>-<br>Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.<br>This vacancy is open for Philippine residents only.</span></p></div></div></div>