Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, providing design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

The Opportunity

To support our commitment in providing world-class finance services, our Accountant- General Accounting Mandarin will provide support to our Shared Services. This role is based in Philippines.

Your role in our team

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for assigned companies.
• Perform daily accounting operations including data input and journal preparation.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable, bank accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare monthly prepayment/deposit and accrual journals.
• Record and maintain the fixed assets and depreciation accounts.
• Assist with the monthly and year-end close processes.
• Maintain proper and systematic e-filing system.
• Assist in year-end audit related matters.
• Support the UAT and implementation of future global finance systems and automation.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of accounting operations.
  
  
  

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
• At least 3-4 years of relevant experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably from MNCs.
• Good knowledge and experience in using JD Edwards, Blackline and/or other ERP accounting systems.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.
• Deep analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently using own initiative and as part of the team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English, spoken and written
  
  
  

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Chelseamee Valera at [email protected] to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.