The Chief Accountant is responsible for managing the resort’s accounting function, financial reporting, budgeting, cash controls, audits, month-end closing, payables, receivables, payroll coordination and compliance with Philippine tax and statutory requirements. Candidates would typically need a degree in Accounting or Finance, relevant professional certification such as CPA preferred, and several years of hotel or resort accounting experience. Strong knowledge of hotel accounting systems, financial controls, Excel and reporting standards is expected. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, ethical, organized and able to work independently while supporting department heads and senior management. Experience with Accor or other international hotel procedures, as well as the ability to lead an accounting team and communicate clearly in English, would be advantageous.
South Palms Resort and Spa Panglao is an upscale beachfront resort located on Panglao Island in Bohol, Philippines. Operating under Accor’s MGallery Collection, the resort combines an international hospitality standard with the relaxed character and natural beauty of the Visayas. It offers accommodation, dining, wellness facilities, events and leisure experiences for local and international guests. The property is known for its spacious beachfront setting, tropical surroundings and access to Bohol’s beaches, marine attractions and cultural sites. As a franchised hotel, its finance team supports both local statutory compliance and structured brand reporting requirements. Employees can expect a professional resort environment, collaboration with multiple operational departments and exposure to international hotel practices. The Chief Accountant plays an important role in protecting financial integrity, strengthening controls and helping management make informed commercial decisions.
Panglao is a popular island destination in Bohol, known for white-sand beaches, diving, island-hopping and a growing tourism industry. Job opportunities are concentrated in resorts, hotels, restaurants, spas, transport, tours and retail, with additional work available in accounting, engineering, sales and guest services. Life is generally relaxed and community-oriented, although traffic and living costs are higher around Alona Beach and major resort areas. Filipino and English are widely spoken, and local culture places strong value on friendliness, family, festivals and hospitality. Accommodation ranges from staff housing and modest apartments to furnished rentals; utilities and transport should be budgeted carefully. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored Alien Employment Permit and a 9(g) pre-arranged employment visa, while short-term visitors must follow tourist-visa rules and cannot work without authorization. Confirm current requirements with the Philippine Bureau of Immigration and the employer before relocating.
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