Bookkeeper

Virtual Staffing Careers; Philippines; Remote; PHP 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtual Staffing Careers seeks a detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Accountant to join our virtual team in the Philippines. You will manage financial documents, generate reports, and ensure compliance with accounting standards while working independently.

Key duties include accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, trust accounting, and tax support. This remote role requires availability during US hours and the use of Core software like QuickBooks or Xero.

Qualifications

• Strong English communication skills (C1 level).
• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper with solid accounting knowledge.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero).
• Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate in English.
• Experience in a remote work setting is a plus and US-hours availability.

Responsibilities

• Organize and classify all financial documents.
• Generate financial reports and maintain digital filing systems.
• Reconcile all accounts and bank statements monthly.

Skills

English proficiency

Bookkeeping experience

Attention to detail

Organization & time management

Independent work ability

Remote work experience

US-hours availability

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bookkeeper/Accountant to join our virtual team. If you’re passionate about numbers and love working independently, this could be the perfect fit for you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Organize and classify all financial documents
• Generate financial reports and maintain digital filing systems
• Comply with legal accounting standards
• Reconcile all accounts and bank statements monthly

Account Payable & Receivables

• Process vendor invoices and payment schedules
• Track incoming and outgoing payments from client retainers and billable expenses
• Manage vendor and client billing communication
• Generate detailed aging reports with actionable insights

Payroll Processing

• Prepare and process payroll for attorneys and staff
• Track billable hours and productivity metrics
• Manage tax withholdings and filing requirements across jurisdictions
• Administer benefit programs and retirement plan

Trust Accounting & Tax Preparation

• Maintain separate client trust ledgers
• IOLTA compliance with three-way reconciliation reports
• Support quarterly and annual tax filings
• Prepare financial statements for audits and reports

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong English communication skills (C1 level), both written and verbal.
• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, with strong accounting knowledge.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.).
• Impeccable attention to detail and accuracy in your work.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively in English (written and verbal).
• Experience in a remote work setting is a plus!
• Available to work during US hours (Philippines graveyard shift).
• Must have your own laptop/desktop (8GB RAM, Core i5 or above) with 10 Mbps internet.