Accountant

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

The accountant will work together with the ASEAN Finance Team and Asia Shared Service Centre (SSC) to support the Philippines business by managing the day-to-day finance operations, delivering timely reports and analysis.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working with ASEAN Finance team and Asia Shared Service Centre (ASSC) closely to ensure the financial record is maintained correctly and timely included :
• Ensure Revenue and Cost are recorded correctly, and intercompany billings are performed. Compliance in accordance with Group guidelines and timely release of accruals, if any.
• Support Intercompany transactions for Philippines incl. agreements, invoicing, resolving mismatches and cash settlements.
• Review Balance Sheet items and ensure reconciliation is performed timely.
• Ensure adherence to accounting principles and best practices and maintain a strong system of internal controls.
• Handle local statutory compliance matters such as corporate secretarial, audit, and taxation.
• Ad hoc queries / requests from various stakeholders.

• A relevant accounting or finance degree is a prerequisite.
• Well versed in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel preferably
• Self-motivated, dynamic and can work independently.
• Accountable and willing to accept responsibilities.
• Well-organized and good prioritization
• Growth mindset and ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, proactive and results oriented.
• Challenges the current way of working and seeks opportunities to improve.
• Fluent in written and conversational English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s 
some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our 
colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks 
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: annual leave plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year 
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes 
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence.

At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information. See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here.