Accounting Assistant

CANARY SQUARE INTERNATIONAL CORP.; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

CANARY SQUARE INTERNATIONAL CORP. invites applications for an entry-level accounting role in Metro Manila. You will process and verify financial transactions, prepare billing and tax documents, and support month-end closings in alignment with GAAP/PFRS.

Fresh graduates are welcome to apply. Strong Excel skills, numerical accuracy, and good communication in Filipino and English are essential for coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to maintain accurate ledgers and timely settlements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of any Business course; preferably with a degree in Financial Management, Accounting, or related field
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; no prior work experience required
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/PFRS) and financial transaction processing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel and MS Word
• Exposure to accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, MYOB, or similar ERP systems) is an advantage
• Strong numerical aptitude and keen attention to detail
• Good organizational and time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Filipino and English
• Honest, trustworthy, and with a high level of integrity in handling confidential financial information
• Team player with a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn

Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and record financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with company policies and accounting standards
• Prepare and issue billing documents, payment requests, and financial vouchers as required
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding balances; coordinate with internal teams and external parties to ensure timely settlement
• Apply and reconcile payments received and disbursed against the appropriate records and ledgers
• Maintain and update subsidiary ledgers and ensure alignment with the general ledger on a regular basis
• Prepare and process required tax documents and ensure compliance with BIR regulations (e.g., withholding tax certificates)
• Assist in the preparation of cash flow reports, disbursement schedules, and other financial summaries as needed
• Monitor bank transactions and assist in the preparation of bank reconciliation statements
• Maintain organized and complete filing of financial documents including invoices, receipts, vouchers, and supporting records
• Coordinate with suppliers, clients, banks, and internal departments to resolve discrepancies and facilitate smooth financial operations
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and assist in the preparation of audit requirements
• Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical aptitude

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Communication (Filipino & English)

Team player

Education

Business degree (any)

Financial Management

Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Oracle NetSuite

MYOB

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process, verify, and record financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with company policies and accounting standards

• Prepare and issue billing documents, payment requests, and financial vouchers as required

• Monitor and follow up on outstanding balances; coordinate with internal teams and external parties to ensure timely settlement

• Apply and reconcile payments received and disbursed against the appropriate records and ledgers

• Maintain and update subsidiary ledgers and ensure alignment with the general ledger on a regular basis

• Prepare and process required tax documents and ensure compliance with BIR regulations (e.g., withholding tax certificates)

• Assist in the preparation of cash flow reports, disbursement schedules, and other financial summaries as needed

• Monitor bank transactions and assist in the preparation of bank reconciliation statements

• Maintain organized and complete filing of financial documents including invoices, receipts, vouchers, and supporting records

• Coordinate with suppliers, clients, banks, and internal departments to resolve discrepancies and facilitate smooth financial operations

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and assist in the preparation of audit requirements

• Perform other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of any Business course; preferably with a degree in Financial Management, Accounting, or related field

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; no prior work experience required

• Basic understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/PFRS) and financial transaction processing

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Excel and MS Word

• Exposure to accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, MYOB, or similar ERP systems) is an advantage

• Strong numerical aptitude and keen attention to detail

• Good organizational and time management skills; able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Filipino and English

• Honest, trustworthy, and with a high level of integrity in handling confidential financial information

• Team player with a proactive attitude and eagerness to learn