Accounting Officer

J2Z Foods Corporation; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food corporation based in Metro Manila is seeking an Accounting professional to manage financial transactions, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy and at least one year of accounting experience, preferably in the retail or restaurant industry. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of Philippine tax regulations is essential. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to grow within the company. Salary is negotiable.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of accounting experience, preferably in retail or restaurant.
• Basic knowledge of Philippine tax regulations and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Familiar with Philippine tax regulations and statutory compliance (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Detail-oriented with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Trustworthy, organized, and able to meet deadlines.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Salary is negotiable

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain financial transactions accurately.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of branch sales and expense records
• Maintain organized and audit-ready financial files
• Prepare monthly financial statements and schedules
• Generate branch-level P&L and cost reports
• Assist in management reports and financial summaries
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing
• Monitor cash balances and daily collections
• Track accounts payable and ensure proper documentation before payment
• Assist in preparing cash flow schedules and forecasts
• Support timely and accurate disbursements
• Coordinate with Operations, HR, and Branch Managers on financial matters
• Provide accounting support during audits and inspections
• Assist in improving accounting workflows and documentation

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Accounting & Records

• Record and maintain all financial transactions in the accounting system accurately and on time
• Prepare and maintain general ledger, journals, and supporting schedules
• Perform monthly bank, POS, AR/AP, and inventory reconciliations
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of branch sales and expense records
• Maintain organized and audit-ready financial files

Reporting

• Prepare monthly financial statements and schedules
• Generate branch-level P&L and cost reports
• Assist in management reports and financial summaries
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing

Compliance & Controls

• Prepare and file statutory reports and payments (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, LGU)
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and procedures
• Implement and monitor basic internal controls for cash, inventory, and expenses
• Flag irregularities, shortages, or policy breaches immediately

Cash & Payables Support

• Monitor cash balances and daily collections
• Track accounts payable and ensure proper documentation before payment
• Assist in preparing cash flow schedules and forecasts
• Support timely and accurate disbursements

Coordination & Support

• Coordinate with Operations, HR, and Branch Managers on financial matters
• Provide accounting support during audits and inspections
• Assist in improving accounting workflows and documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of accounting experience; experience in retail or restaurant industry is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of bookkeeping, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Familiar with Philippine tax regulations and statutory compliance (BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Detail-oriented with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Trustworthy, organized, and able to meet deadlines.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Salary is negotiable