Bookkeeper (Work from Home)

Frontline Accounting; Metro Manila; Remote; PHP 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontline Accounting is seeking a detail-oriented bookkeeper to maintain client records using cloud accounting tools. You will process invoices, reconcile bank statements, manage receivables/payables, and ensure accurate posting across client portfolios.

The role requires a 1+ year experience, a bachelor's degree in accounting, and strong English communication. This is a permanent work-from-home position with UK schedule alignment (3:30 PM to 11:30 PM Manila time).

Qualifications

• Candidate must have at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience is required.
• Proficiency with double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks).
• Must have strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client bookkeeping records using cloud accounting software.
• Process sales invoices, purchase invoices, receipts and bank transactions.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, loan and other balance sheet accounts.
• Review and maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Apply customer payments and supplier payments accurately.
• Review aged debtors and creditors and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding items.
• Review uncoded transactions and request supporting information where required.
• Post journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, payroll journals and opening balance adjustments where required.
• Ensure bookkeeping records are complete and accurate at all times.
• Review profit and loss accounts and balance sheets for anomalies and unusual transactions.
• Assist with management accounts preparation and periodic bookkeeping reviews.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Team player

Time management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Job description

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client bookkeeping records using cloud accounting software.
• Process sales invoices, purchase invoices, receipts and bank transactions.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, loan and other balance sheet accounts.
• Review and maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Apply customer payments and supplier payments accurately.
• Review aged debtors and creditors and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding items.
• Review uncoded transactions and request supporting information where required.
• Post journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, payroll journals and opening balance adjustments where required.
• Ensure bookkeeping records are complete and accurate at all times.
• Review profit and loss accounts and balance sheets for anomalies and unusual transactions.
• Assist with management accounts preparation and periodic bookkeeping reviews.

Client Communications

• Prepare and send bookkeeping queries to clients.
• Request missing invoices, receipts, bank statements and supporting records.
• Follow up outstanding information requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding bookkeeping matters, reconciliations and accounting queries.
• Liaise with suppliers, banks and third parties where required.
• Process bookkeeping using Xero, QuickBooks Online and associated cloud applications.
• Manage and review transactions within Dext, AutoEntry and other document capture systems.
• Import and maintain sales data and bank feeds.
• Apply bank rules and maintain transaction coding consistency across client portfolios.

Administration and Workflow Management

• Maintain organised digital client records and file structures.
• Save client documentation to internal systems in accordance with company procedures.
• Update workflow management systems and task lists.
• Work to internal bookkeeping schedules, deadlines and workflow diaries.
• Assist with process documentation and handover procedures.
• Support management and colleagues with ad hoc tasks as required.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a bachelor's degree in accountancy or any accounting related field
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience is required for this position
• A good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Xero and QuickBooks)
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Must be organized, goal-driven and results oriented
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.
• Should have an ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent English Written And Oral Communication Skills Is Required

• Must have a fast, and stable internet connection for a permanent work from home arrangement
• Schedule: UK (3:30 PM to 11:30 PM MNL)
• Work Arrangement: Permanent work from home

Join Frontline Accounting and be part of our team to Embrace the Future Ahead: Where Possibilities Begin!