Accounting Assistant

Lakshmi (BEMT); Pampanga; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakshmi (BEMT) is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable in a fast-paced construction environment in Pampanga. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely payments, and effective billing coordination.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and 3-5 years of AP/AR experience, with strong attention to detail, organizational and communication skills. A team-oriented mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in AP/AR
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of basic tax and regulatory requirements is a plus

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payment requests; verify against PO and receipts
• Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery receipts
• Prepare and process check payments and bank transfers
• Maintain vendor files and reconcile statements
• Monitor due dates and ensure timely payments to suppliers and subcontractors
• Generate and send customer invoices based on project milestones or contracts
• Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivables
• Record and reconcile incoming payments
• Coordinate with project managers and clients regarding billing concerns
• Prepare aging reports and assist in collection efforts
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Support audits and compliance requirements

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Accounting Assistant - Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable

Department: Accounting

Reports To: Accounting Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Assistant with 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) to support our finance operations in a fast-paced general construction environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely payments and collections.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable (AP):

• Review and verify invoices and payment requests.
• Match invoices with purchase orders and delivery receipts.
• Prepare and process check payments and bank transfers.
• Maintain vendor files and reconcile statements.
• Monitor due dates and ensure timely payments to suppliers and subcontractors.

Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Generate and send customer invoices based on project milestones or contracts.
• Monitor collections and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Record and reconcile incoming payments.
• Coordinate with project managers and clients regarding billing concerns.
• Prepare aging reports and assist in collection efforts.

General Accounting Support:

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Support audits and compliance requirements.
• Perform other accounting-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in AP/AR, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of basic tax and regulatory requirements is a plus.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Budgeting General Ledger Billing Compliance Bookkeeping Accounting Expense Management