Accounting Specialist

Peak Outsourcing; Pajo; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Outsourcing is seeking an Accounting Specialist / Bookkeeper in Cebu, Philippines to manage day-to-day financial operations and maintain up-to-date ledgers. You will handle invoicing for international transactions, track expenses, and perform reconciliations to support our global expansion.

Key responsibilities include invoicing and AR, maintaining records in cloud software, and preparing monthly financial statements for executive review.

Qualifications

• 1+ year bookkeeping experience in finance/admin roles.
• Experience with international transactions is a plus.
• Proficient with QuickBooks Online or Xero; strong Excel/Sheets skills.

Responsibilities

• Issue invoices, manage AR and follow up on overdue payments.
• Maintain general ledgers and record expenses accurately.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and internal accounts weekly and monthly.
• Prepare monthly statements: balance sheet, P&L, cash flow, and custom reports.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Attention to detail

Integrity

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

The Accounting Specialist / Bookkeeper will manage day-to-day financial operations, keep general ledgers meticulously up to date, handle invoicing for international transactions, track expenses, and perform financial reconciliations. This role provides critical back-office stability to support our ongoing global expansion.

Key Responsibilities

1. Invoicing & Accounts Receivable

• Issue accurate, timely invoices to clients, brokers, and partners according to contract milestones and payment schedules.
• Monitor incoming payments, track outstanding receivables, and issue polite follow-ups for overdue accounts.
• Maintain up-to-date financial records across general ledgers using cloud accounting software.
• Categorize and log all operational, vendor, shipyard, and administrative expenses with high precision.
• Collect and archive digital receipts, invoices, and payment confirmations for compliance and audit readiness.
• Conduct weekly and monthly reconciliations between bank statements, credit card statements, and internal accounting records.
• Identify and resolve ledger discrepancies, double entries, or missing documentation proactively.
• Prepare monthly balance sheets, income statements (P&L), cash flow summaries, and custom financial reporting spreadsheets for executive review.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in bookkeeping, accounting assistance, or general financial administration (experience in international transactions, manufacturing, or luxury maritime is a plus).
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks Online, Xero).
  • Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills (formulas, financial formatting, data reconciliation).
• Attributes: High attention to detail, strong integrity with confidential data, and an organized approach to financial record-keeping.