Finance Officer (Australian Experience Required)

Peoplegig; Philippines; Remote; PHP 558,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplegig is seeking a Finance Officer for remote work from the Philippines. You will support day-to-day financial operations, invoices, reconciliations, and AP tasks while learning new processes.

The role involves close collaboration with the Australian finance team and evolving responsibilities as the team grows. Ideal candidates have accounting/finance background, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, SAGE, and related systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting or finance team.
• Understanding of finance processes, especially invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good Excel and general Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Upload supplier invoices into client portals and maintain records.
• Reconcile invoices between SAGE and client systems, resolve discrepancies.
• Process and verify supplier invoices with correct coding and documentation.
• Assist with accounts payable activities, including payments and records.
• Support employee expense claims and related finance administration.
• Perform routine supplier and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist updating cash flow forecasts for business expenses.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documents.
• Support client onboarding by validating records and billing documents.
• Assist with month-end activities, reporting and ad hoc finance tasks.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Numerical accuracy

Independent work

English communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

SAGE

Microsoft Excel

Xero

MYOB

Salesforce

Job description

Work Arrangement

Permanent Work-from-Home (WFH)

About the Business

You will support an Australian recruitment business, working closely with its finance team to support day-to-day financial operations, accounts payable, and reconciliation processes.

Role Brief

The Finance Officer will provide hands-on finance and administrative support, initially focusing on invoice uploads, invoice reconciliation between accounting and client systems, and general finance administration. Over time, the role will gradually take on additional accounts payable responsibilities, including expense claims and other tasks as part of the team's evolving needs.

This role is suited to someone with a background in accounting or finance who is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable handling routine transactions accurately while learning new processes and systems.

• Upload supplier invoices into client portals and maintain accurate records.
• Reconcile invoices between SAGE and client systems, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Process and verify supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and documentation.
• Assist with accounts payable activities, including payment processing and maintaining supplier records.
• Support employee expense claims and related finance administration.
• Perform routine supplier and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with updating cash flow forecasts for business expenses.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Support client onboarding by validating records and ensuring billing and supporting documents are complete.
• Assist with month-end activities, reporting, and other ad hoc finance tasks as required.

Education Requirement

A qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. Relevant practical experience in finance or accounting operations may also be considered.

Experience

Previous experience working in an accounting or finance team is preferred, particularly in accounts payable, invoice processing, reconciliations, or finance administration.

Experience supporting Australian businesses is advantageous. Candidates with experience using other accounting systems may also be considered.

Technical System Experience

• SAGE: Preferred; experience with other accounting systems may be considered.
• Microsoft Excel: Strong spreadsheet skills for invoice tracking, reconciliations, and financial records.
• Accounting Systems: Experience with Xero, MYOB, or similar platforms is advantageous.
• Invoice Processing: Experience uploading, reviewing, and reconciling invoices across systems.
• Reconciliations: Familiarity with supplier statements, bank accounts, or balance sheet reconciliations.
• Client Portals: Experience working with external client systems and maintaining accurate records is beneficial.
• Salesforce: Familiarity with updating client records is advantageous.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and organised.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Numerically confident with strong recordkeeping skills.
• Able to manage routine tasks and meet deadlines consistently.
• Comfortable working independently and communicating professionally with stakeholders.
• Adaptable and willing to learn new systems and processes.
• Comfortable taking on additional responsibilities as the role develops.

Must-Have Skills / Experience

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance team.
• Understanding of finance processes, particularly invoice processing and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good Excel and general Microsoft Office skills.
• Good written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Australian finance experience and SAGE knowledge are preferred but are not stated as mandatory requirements.

Additional Notes

The role is initially focused on invoice uploads, invoice reconciliation between systems, and general finance administration. Responsibilities will gradually expand to include additional accounts payable tasks, including employee expense claims, as the team transitions responsibilities.

The role works closely with the Australian finance team, with an expected early Philippine working schedule aligned with Australian business hours.

Candidates should have their own suitable work equipment and meet the required internet connectivity standard of at least 75 Mbps.