Accounting Assistant

Robinsons Appliances Corp.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinsons Appliances Corp. is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day accounting, ensure accurate recording of transactions, and assist in month-end close within a fast-paced retail environment.

You will collaborate with Store Operations and Finance, maintain financial records, prepare reconciliations, and help generate reports while upholding internal controls and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy is required.
• At least 1-2 years of accounting experience in retail, trading, or consumer goods.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in handling financial information.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Process accounting transactions and financial records accurately and on time.
• Perform reconciliations of bank accounts, store sales, cash collections, receivables and payables.
• Support financial reporting and month-end activities with schedules and analyses.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls.
• Provide operational and administrative accounting support across departments.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy

Tools

ERP software

Accounting systems

Job description

Accounting Assistant

The Accounting Assistant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations of the business, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, reconciliations, reports, and accounting records. Leveraging a solid understanding of general accounting principles, financial controls, and retail operations, this role assists in maintaining the integrity of financial data, supporting month-end closing activities, monitoring compliance with company policies, and providing accounting support to stores and business units. The Accounting Assistant plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective operational support within a fast-paced retail environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process Accounting Transactions and Financial Records
  Prepare, verify, and record accounting transactions accurately and on time, including journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and supporting schedules while maintaining complete and organized financial documentation.

• Perform Reconciliations and Financial Monitoring
  Conduct regular reconciliations of bank accounts, store sales, cash collections, receivables, payables, and other balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and promptly resolve discrepancies.

• Support Financial Reporting and Month-End Activities
  Assist in the preparation of financial reports, account analyses, schedules, and month-end closing requirements to support accurate financial reporting and management decision-making.

• Ensure Compliance and Internal Control Adherence
  Maintain compliance with accounting policies, procedures, audit requirements, and financial controls while safeguarding financial records and supporting audit activities.

• Provide Operational and Administrative Accounting Support
  Coordinate with Store Operations, Cashiering, Supply Chain, and other departments to resolve accounting concerns, validate transactions, and support continuous process improvements within the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy graduate

• At least 1-2 years of accounting experience, preferably in retail, trading, or consumer goods industries.

• Knowledge of general accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems/ERP software.

• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

• Detail-oriented with high accuracy and integrity in handling financial information.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven retail environment.