Finance Assistant

Latte Recruitment; Makati; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career advancement opportunities

HMO with dental & vision

Group life and accident insurance

Sick and vacation leave

Bereavement leave

13th month pay

SSS/PHIC/Pag-ibig

Job summary

Latte Recruitment is seeking a Finance Assistant in Makati, Philippines, to ensure accurate financial data, optimize processes, and guide the finance team. The role covers accounts payable/receivable, treasury reconciliations, and ad-hoc reporting under the Finance Supervisor and Manager.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related field and 1–2 years in accounting or finance, plus hands-on experience with QuickBooks or Xero, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related Business Administration field.
• 1-2 years of experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Experience with computerized bookkeeping and accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable, verify invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Perform treasury tasks including reconciliations and cash flow reporting.
• Assist with ad-hoc reports and support the Finance Supervisor and Manager as needed.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Google Sheets

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related Business Administration field

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

For the Finance Assistant role, the team is seeking a candidate with strong technical expertise, and a proactive, results-oriented approach. This role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of financial data, improving processes, and guiding our finance team.

Job Description:

1. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage all aspects of accounts payable by verifying invoices and supporting documents, and ensuring timely payment processing.

On the accounts receivable side, ensure billing statements and supporting documents are accurate and that invoices are sent promptly to clients. Track receivables through weekly aging reports, send payment reminders, and follow up on overdue accounts. Record all payments accurately in the accounting system.

2. Treasury and Reconciliation: Maintain a strong focus on reconciliation and treasury management. Conduct internal reconciliations between the Accounts Receivable ledger and the General Ledger, and perform weekly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate cash flow.

Manage company bank accounts, and act as the petty cash custodian with weekly fund replenishments. Additionally, oversee all bank-related transactions, including account openings and closures. Prepare cash flow and cash position reports to support budgeting and forecasting activities.

3. You may also be tasked with preparing ad-hoc reports as requested by the Finance Supervisor and Finance Manager and assisting with urgent tasks in the absence of team members to ensure business continuity.

Minimum qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or a related Business Administration field.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Technical Skills: Experience maintaining computerized bookkeeping records and using accounting software such as QuickBooks or Xero.
• Software Proficiency: Strong command of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and Google Sheets.
• Communication & Leadership: Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated leadership potential.

What are the benefits of the position?

• Training and Development Programs
• Unlimited Career advancement opportunities
• Health Care Plan (HMO) with Dental and Vision upon regularization
• Group Life and Accident Insurance upon regularization
• Sick and Vacation Leave upon regularization. All unused sick leave is convertible by end of the year and will be distributed before the end of the first quarter of the succeeding year
• Bereavement Leave of three (3) days upon regularization
• Healthy and Encouraging Work Environment
• 13th Month Pay as mandated by the Philippine Government
• Government Mandated Benefits (SSS,PHIC and Pag-ibig)