Accounting Assistant

deployedstaff; Pasig; Hybrid; PHP 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 HMO & Protection

Go Global

Workplace Perks & Great Culture

Job summary

deployedstaff is seeking a careful bookkeeper to manage day-to-day finance tasks for UK and NL entities from its Ortigas hub in Pasig. The role involves regular bank reconciliations in Xero, accurate posting of invoices, and maintaining up-to-date customer records.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, VAT knowledge in UK/EU contexts, and experience handling dual entities. This hybrid position offers flexible hours and cross-border accounting exposure within a fast-moving wholesale

Qualifications

• Experience with bank and payment reconciliations.
• Basic knowledge of VAT rules and VAT invoice requirements (UK/EU context).
• Strong attention to detail and organization for dual entities (UK & NL).

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations for UK and NL entities in Xero.
• Post purchase invoices with correct account coding and tax treatment.
• Input and process sales invoices while maintaining customer records.
• Reconcile customer and supplier payments against invoices.
• Verify VAT treatment per UK/Netherlands guidelines.
• Investigate discrepancies in invoices, payments, and bank transactions.
• Provide general bookkeeping and admin finance support as directed by the Finance Director.

Skills

Bank reconciliations

VAT rules

Excel

Dual entities

Tools

Xero

Job description

Responsibilities

Core Bookkeeping & Financial Duties: Carry out regular bank reconciliations for both UK and Netherlands (NL) entities in Xero. Post purchase invoices accurately into Xero with correct account coding and tax treatment. Input and process sales invoices while maintaining up-to-date customer records. Reconcile customer and supplier payments against outstanding sales and purchase invoices. Verify VAT treatment on purchase and sales invoices according to applicable UK and Netherlands guidelines. Investigate and resolve discrepancies relating to invoices, payments, and bank transactions. Ensure proper filing, organization, and maintenance of all supporting accounting documentation. Provide general bookkeeping and administrative finance support as directed by the Finance Director.

Credit Control & Aged Debt Management: Monitor outstanding customer balances and maintain the aged debtor ledger.

Requirements

Essentials Qualifications: Previous bookkeeping, accounts assistant, or finance administration experience. Proven experience with bank and payment reconciliations. Good understanding of purchase ledger and sales ledger processes. Basic knowledge of VAT rules and VAT invoice requirements (UK/EU context). Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills to handle dual entities (UK & NL). Confident communication skills for following up with customers on outstanding balances. Proficiency in MS Excel and standard office applications.

Desirable / Good-to-Have: Hands‑on experience using Xero accounting software. Prior experience working with UK or European accounting practices and tax structures. Experience supporting fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) or high‑volume wholesale trading businesses.

Work Arrangement

Work Setup: Flexible Work Arrangement

Work Hours: Flexible start time between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM UK time

Perks & Benefits

• Day 1 HMO & Protection: Prioritize your peace of mind! Secure your health with HMO coverage right on day one, plus full life and accident insurance.
• Go Global: Build your portfolio with international accounts and continuous upskilling to fast-track your career.
• Workplace Perks & Great Culture: Work out of a sleek Ortigas hub, snag flexible work options, and enjoy a vibrant team culture packed with regular events and dedicated HR support every step of the way.