Finance Associate

Private Advertiser; Makati; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Makati seeks a meticulous Finance Associate to support daily accounting operations and ensure financial accuracy. You will manage ledgers, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and budgeting assistance, thriving in a fast-paced corporate environment.

The role requires 1–3 years in corporate accounting, a Bachelor's degree in a related field (CPA candidate a strong plus), and proficiency with MS Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP or Xero.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Financial Management, or related field (CPA candidate/holder a strong plus).
• 1-3 years of hands-on experience in corporate accounting, financial operations, taxation, or audit.
• Proficient with MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and accounting software (QuickBooks, SAP, Xero, or ERP platforms).
• High analytical capability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.
• Availability to report immediately or on short notice is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain precise and up-to-date accounting ledgers and transaction records in compliance with local standards (DOLE/BIR/PFRS).
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable, manage vendor invoicing and collections.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and manage petty cash disbursements.
• Assist in preparing basic tax requirements and support internal/external audits.
• Prepare monthly financial summaries, spend analyses, and assist budgeting/forecasting.

Skills

Experience (1-3 years)

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/Finance/Financial Management

CPA candidate or holder (plus)

Tools

MS Excel

VLOOKUP

Pivot Tables

QuickBooks

SAP

Xero

ERP platforms

Job description

We are looking for a detailed, highly accountable, and proactive Finance Associate to join our team immediately!

If you have a strong eye for financial accuracy, a deep understanding of standard accounting/finance workflows, and thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

As a Finance Associate, you will play a key role in supporting daily accounting and financial operations. You will manage disbursements, financial recordkeeping, invoice management, bank reconciliations, and compliance support. This role offers high visibility across organizational departments and requires strong integrity, analytical skills, and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Operations & Bookkeeping: Maintain precise and up-to-date accounting ledgers, transaction records, and general ledgers in compliance with local regulatory standards (DOLE/BIR/PFRS).

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R), manage vendor invoicing, check preparations, and ensure timely collections and disbursements.

• Bank & Cash Reconciliation: Perform regular daily/monthly bank reconciliations, monitor cash flows, and manage petty cash disbursements and liquidations.

• Taxation & Compliance Support: Assist in preparing and filing basic tax requirements (e.g., BIR withholding taxes, VAT filings, and quarterly returns) and assist in internal/external audit engagements.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare monthly financial summaries, spend analyses, profit/loss tracking reports, and assist management with budgeting and forecasting schedules.

• Administrative & Interdepartmental Coordination: Coordinate directly with internal teams, administrative leads, and management for corporate payment approvals and expense tracking.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Financial Management, or any related field. (CPA candidate or holder is a strong plus).

• Experience: 1-3 years of hands-on experience in corporate accounting, financial operations, taxation, or audit.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient with MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, financial modeling) and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Xero, or custom ERP platforms).

• Skills: High analytical capability, strong attention to detail, excellent written/verbal communication skills, and high ethical standards.

• Availability: Ability to report immediately or on short notice is highly preferred.