Job Description
FINANCE SPECIALIST
We are on the front line of recruitment, enabling organizations to hire smarter and onboard faster. At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage — our team members.
Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.
About First Advantage
First Advantage (NASDAQ: FA) is a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry. Enabled by proprietary technology and AI, First Advantage’s platforms, data, and APIs power comprehensive employment background screening, identity solutions, and verification services.
Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, we have an internationally distributed workforce of about 10,000 employees spanning 17 countries. With a strong emphasis on innovation, automation, and customer success, First Advantage empowers 80,000 organizations to modernize their hiring and onboarding processes on a global scale.
What You'll Do
A successful FINANCE SPECIALIST will play a key role in providing day-to-day support HKASEAN Finance team, including but not limited to accounts payable, journal entry preparation, balance sheet and profit and loss analysis, reconciliations, statutory filing, and other month end close activities.
Responsibilities:
- Process and validate accuracy of the accounts payable Invoices and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate posting to Oracle System.
- Prepare Quarterly GST Reports.
- Reconcile bank statements by comparing the statements with general ledger in a weekly basis.
- Maintain accounting databases which may include data entry and maintenance of back up documentation.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliation.
- Prepare journal entries for adjustment related to Accounts Payable.
- Maintain Monthly Revaluation of Foreign Vendor and Cash Revaluation of balances.
- Prepare and maintain schedule of weekly Funding Requirements.
- Assists in the statutory audit for HKASEAN entities.
What You Will Need to be Successful:
- Graduate of BS Accountancy or other related Finance/Banking/Business Management courses
- Minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience in Accounting, solid experience in Accounts Payable and General Ledger
- Demonstrated knowledge of accounting processes and cycles
- Experienced in managing BIR reporting requirements/compliance
What You May Need to be Successful:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), preferred
- Oracle experience highly preferred
- Detail-oriented
- Excellent quality of work and commitment to high standards
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Excellent time management skills
- Willingness and ability to learn new technologies
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team
Why Join Us at First Advantage?
At First Advantage, team members are united around a noble purpose: helping organizations to safeguard their workplaces and manage risk. The company’s culture is shaped by its core values — Authenticity, Curiosity, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer-Inspired — empowering team members to bring their best ideas forward, collaborate across departments, and make a real impact.
First Advantage offers a variety of culture programs and benefits designed to enhance employee experience and development.
- Employee Impact Groups
- FA Cares volunteer opportunities
- Mentorship Advantage Program
- SOAR, award-winning manager development program
Additional benefits offered include:
- Competitive Salary Package
- HMO Benefits
- Free mental health consultation
- Remote work set up
Please note that a valid NBI clearance is required for external candidates. External candidates must ensure it is available as soon as possible to avoid delays in the hiring process. This requirement does not apply to internal (IJP) candidates.
What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!
You have learned a little about us today – we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!
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Equal Employment Opportunities at First Advantage
First Advantage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace and recruitment process that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Employment decisions at First Advantage are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.