Sr Bookkeeper
Makati City - Philippines
Job Summary
Job Title: Bookkeeper
Reports To: Staff Accountant
As a Bookkeeper you will play a key role in supporting the companys core business operations with a primary focus on full-cycle accounting and the month-end close. This position demands a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work independently while reporting directly to the Staff Accountant.
Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage Accounts Payable (AP) Accounts Receivable (AR) and basic reconciliations.
Close Processes: Assist with components of the month-end quarter-end and year-end close.
Journal Entries: Prepare and post manual journal entries including accruals prepayments and allocations.
Reconciliations & Audits: Assist with intercompany reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules for external auditors.
Financial Analysis: Help investigate variances identified during monthly budget-vs-actual analysis.
Ad-hoc Projects: Perform other duties and projects reasonably related to the role as assigned.
Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting Business Finance or a related field.
Experience: 23 years of progressive accounting experience including prior experience assisting with a full-cycle close.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs Pivot Tables).
Previous experience with accounting systems like QuickBooks Online (QBO) or Xero.
Knowledge of GAAP and relevant regulatory compliance.
Soft Skills:
High ethical standards for handling confidential information with discretion.
Excellent organizational time management and data analysis skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
The role utilizes a modern tech stack including:
Finance: QuickBooks Xero Joiin LiveFlow Stripe
Productivity: Microsoft Office Google Suite Slack
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Regularly required to see talk and hear.
Frequent use of hands/fingers to handle objects type or use tools.