Bookkeeper

Forvis Mazars in the Philippines; Makati; On-site; PHP 223,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in the Philippines is seeking a diligent Bookkeeper to maintain accurate client financial records, process daily transactions, and prepare management accounts. The role involves reconciling bank and card statements and ensuring deadlines are met.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years bookkeeping experience, knowledge of VAT returns, and familiarity with Xero or Sage. Collaboration with clients and team members is essential for accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Prior bookkeeping or accounts assistant experience (1–3 years preferred).
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Familiarity with accounting software (Xero, Sage).

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for a portfolio of client
• Process day-to-day transactions including accounts payable and receivable
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts
• VAT returns (including VAT, VIES, Intrastat where applicable)
• Ensure timely completion of bookkeeping tasks and adherence to deadlines
• Support the preparation of financial statements and audit files
• Work with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or similar platforms
• Liaise with internal team members and clients to resolve queries
• Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation
• Contribute to process improvements and team initiative s

Skills

Bookkeeping

Reconciliations

Management accounts

VAT returns

Client liaison

Education

CPA or Non-CPA

BSA or related fields

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

The Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for a portfolio of clients by processing daily bookkeeping transactions, performing reconciliations, preparing management accounts and VAT returns, and ensuring all financial tasks are completed accurately and within established deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records for a portfolio of client
• Process day-to-day transactions including
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with preparation of:
• Monthly management accounts
• VAT returns (including VAT, VIES, Intrastat where applicable)
• Ensure timely completion of bookkeeping tasks and adherence to deadlines
• Support the preparation of financial statements and audit files
• Work with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or similar platforms
• Liaise with internal team members and clients to resolve queries
• Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation
• Contribute to process improvements and team initiatives

Ideal Candidate

• CPA or Non-CPA
• BSA or other related fields
• Prior bookkeeping or accounts assistant experience (1–3 years preferred)
• Familiarity with accounting systems (e.g. Xero, Sage)
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles