Accounting Officer

Essistant Incorporated; Taguig; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Taguig seeks an Accounting Officer to manage financial transactions, payroll, and tax compliance. The role includes preparing financial records, handling payroll processing, and ensuring timely tax payments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero, and strong organizational skills. Experience in bookkeeping and taxation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, or related field.
• Experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and taxation is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reports.
• Handle payroll processing, including computation of salaries and deductions.
• Ensure timely filing and payment of taxes and government contributions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficient in MS Excel

Bookkeeping experience

Payroll processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Position: Accounting Officer

Employment Type: Full-Time

The Accounting Officer is responsible for managing the company’s financial transactions, payroll, and tax compliance. This role ensures accurate recording, reporting, and analysis of all financial data to support the smooth operation of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reports.
• Handle payroll processing, including computation of salaries, deductions, and government remittances (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and withholding tax).
• Ensure timely filing and payment of all taxes and government contributions.
• Monitor daily sales, expenses, and cash flow transactions.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and reports.
• Coordinate with external auditors and government agencies as needed.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of all accounting records.
• Perform other administrative and accounting tasks as required by management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, or any related field.
• With experience in bookkeeping, payroll, and taxation is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Can work independently and meet deadlines.