Accounting Officer

Apollo Global Corporation; Makati; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Global Corporation in Makati City seeks an Accounting Officer to maintain financial integrity and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including ledger maintenance and journal entries.

The role emphasizes monthly closings, accurate financial reporting, and compliance with local regulations (BIR), along with adherence to internal controls and IFRS/PFRS standards.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and analytical accounting professional.
• Experience with local tax regulations (BIR) and statutory filings.
• Strong accuracy in journal entries and financial records.
• Ability to prepare financial statements per PFRS/IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger and update journal entries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Manage AP & AR processes including invoicing and collections.
• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Ensure tax compliance and BIR filings.
• Support audits, budgeting, and internal controls.

Skills

Financial reporting

General ledger

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Bank reconciliation

Tax compliance

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly analytical, and trustworthy Accounting Officer to join our finance team in Makati City. In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining our financial integrity, managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with local tax regulations (BIR), and preparing accurate financial reporting to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & General Ledger

Maintain and update the general ledger, ensuring all journal entries and financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) in accordance with PFRS/IFRS.
Conduct monthly closing activities and variance analysis to monitor budget vs. actual performance.

Transaction Management (AP & AR)

Manage Accounts Payable (AP): review vendor invoices, verify supporting documents (ORs, Sales Invoices), and prepare payment vouchers/disbursements.
Manage Accounts Receivable (AR): generate client billing invoices, monitor collections, send payment reminders, and perform aging analyses.
Record daily financial transactions including sales, purchases, receipts, and cash/bank disbursements.

Bank Reconciliation & Cash Flow

Perform regular bank reconciliations and account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Monitor daily cash flows, petty cash funds, and assist in cash management planning.

Tax Compliance & Statutory Filings

Prepare, calculate, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual local tax returns with the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) (e.g., VAT/Non-VAT, Withholding Taxes, Income Tax).
Ensure accurate maintenance of official BIR books of accounts.
Assist with annual government permits renewal and compliance filings (LGU Mayor’s Permit, SEC, etc.).
Handle government-mandated benefit remittances and reporting (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) in coordination with HR/Payroll.

Audit, Budgeting & Internal Controls

Assist in internal and external audit procedures by preparing schedules, financial reports, and required audit documentation.
Support management in annual budget preparation, forecasting, and expense monitoring to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Enforce internal control policies and ensure strict adherence to company financial guidelines.