Accounting Assistant

BeepXtra Philippines, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

BeepXtra Philippines, Inc. is seeking a detail‑oriented Accountant to support general ledger maintenance and financial reporting. You will post journal entries, handle AP/AR, and assist with month-end and year-end closing under supervision.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting and 1–3 years of experience, proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel, and the ability to communicate clearly and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience or internships.
• Proficiency with accounting software QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to ensure accuracy in financial records and reports.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the general ledger.
• Post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals.
• Review and verify transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Process accounts payable, including verifying invoices and preparing payments.
• Assist in managing accounts receivable by invoicing clients, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable with bank statements.
• Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the creation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial statements under supervision.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns (e.g., VAT, sales tax, corporate taxes).
• Ensure tax-related documents are accurate and submitted on time.
• Help with month-end closing and year-end closing activities, including audits.
• Maintain accurate financial records and files in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures (GAAP or IFRS).
• Review employee expense reports and ensure proper categorization.
• Provide general accounting support and assist in ad-hoc analysis or reporting tasks.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Excel

QuickBooks

Attention to detail

Communication

Task management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the general ledger.
• Post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals.
• Review and verify transactions for accuracy and completeness.

Job Description

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the general ledger.
• Post journal entries, including adjustments and accruals.
• Review and verify transactions for accuracy and completeness.

Accounts Payable And Receivable

• Process accounts payable, including verifying invoices and preparing payments.
• Assist in managing accounts receivable by invoicing clients, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable with bank statements.

Bank Reconciliation

• Assist with the monthly reconciliation of bank statements to ensure cash balances are accurate.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank statements and accounting records.

Financial Reporting Assistance

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support the creation of balance sheets, income statements, and other financial statements under the guidance of senior accountants.

Tax Preparation

• Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns (e.g., VAT, sales tax, corporate taxes).
• Ensure that tax-related documents are accurate and submitted on time.

Month-End And Year-End Closing Support

• Help with the month-end closing process by ensuring that all transactions are recorded.
• Assist with year-end closing activities, including preparing for audits and ensuring all necessary documentation is in place.

Record Keeping And Documentation

• Maintain accurate financial records and files.
• Ensure that all financial transactions are properly documented and stored according to company policies and regulatory requirements.

Internal Controls And Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal control policies and accounting procedures.
• Assist in monitoring and adhering to financial regulations and standards (GAAP or IFRS).

Expense Reporting

• Review and process employee expense reports to ensure they comply with company policies.
• Ensure that expenses are categorized correctly in the financial records.

Ad-hoc Support

• Provide general accounting support as needed.
• Assist in ad-hoc financial analysis, special projects, or reporting tasks.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting experience or internships.
• Proficiency with accounting software QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to ensure accuracy in financial records and reports.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior accountants and other departments.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and issues and assist in resolving them.

Books to be Handled: Headoffice, BigBlueRoad, South Korea, Netherlands