General Accountant

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Date: Jul 13, 2026

Location: Muntinlupa City, National Capital Region (NCR), PH, 1781

Company: W. R. Grace & Co.

About Grace 

Grace, established in 1854, is a Standard Industries company and a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals and solutions that enable industries to enhance modern life. Our customers use our catalysts, engineered materials, process technologies and fine chemicals to manufacture everyday products – like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals and food packaging – better, faster and smarter. Our thousands of employees work to harness the power of science for a better world at our global headquarters in Columbia, Maryland and locations worldwide. 


Grace Global Business Services (GBS)

At Grace Global Business Services (GBS) in Manila, Philippines, our teams play a critical role in supporting the organization’s worldwide operations. For more than a decade, GBS has been a trusted partner, delivering expertise in shared services, process excellence, and digital enablement. Our team members support business lines and functions across Grace, including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain and more.

At GBS, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact—working alongside global colleagues to help shape the chemical manufacturing industry. You’ll be part of a collaborative, team-oriented culture where safety comes first. We prioritize your well-being by offering competitive benefits and flexible working options that help you thrive. Here, you’ll find meaningful ways to grow your career, whether deepening your expertise in your field or exploring new roles.

Job Description

The General Accountant is responsible for supporting accurate and timely financial reporting and the month end close process for the assigned regions, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and established financial policies and internal controls. This role ensures the integrity of financial records, supports audits, and contributes to continuous process improvement within the General Accounting function.

Responsibilities (1 of 2)

  • Perform Month-End (ME) close cycle activities as follows:
    1. Accruals of unposted invoices as of end of the month
    2. Amortization of various prepayments, together with accruals (e.g., commissions and volume rebates).
    3. Bank Reconciliations
    4. Sales Deferral and Accrual
    5. Other entries/adjustments that are deemed necessary to execute and complete the ME close cycle activities

 

  • Perform post Month End (ME) close cycle activities as follows:
    1. Accounts substantiation and analyses/Blackline
    2. Goods Received/Invoice Received (GR/IR) reconciliation and adjustments
    3. Freight analysis and clearing
    4. Clearing of G/L account balances to ensure that only "Open Items" are retained in the ledger
    5. Perform cross country audit on selected balance sheet accounts
    6. Verify data accuracy & data processing of accounting related information

Responsibilities (2 of 2)

  • Perform fixed asset‑related activities, including:
    1. Creation and releasing of internal orders
    2. Closing of internal orders and capitalizing an asset
    3. Fixed asset disposal
    4. Internal order cancellation
    5. Minor Fixed Assets reporting activities

  • Participate in all regular post-month-end close reviews to revisit process, discuss issues and propose solutions
  • Assist with audit process and requirements
  • Ensure compliance with all finance policies and internal controls
  • Perform other ad-hoc financial analyses and administrative activities that may be assigned by the General Accounting Supervisor and General Accounting Manager from time to time

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or any equivalent
  • Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year-end close process
  • Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
  • 2-3 years of progressive finance and accounting experience in shared services, Corporate or public accounting experience
  • Highly proficient in MS Office applications and experience with SAP systems is a plus
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Results-oriented; proactive and independent
  • Strong analytical and business problem solving skills

Benefits

  • Guaranteed 14th month Pay
  • Above-market Retirement Plan Design
  • LinkedIn Learning Access
  • Established Performance Incentive Program
  • HMO coverage for employees on day 1
  • Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents
  • Educational Assistance

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.