General Accountant

Pao Brew Cafe; Makati; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A local cafe in Makati is looking for an experienced Accountant to maintain financial records and manage inventory costs. The role involves monitoring food costs, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. Candidates must have strong analytical skills and experience in cost control, financial reporting, and budget preparation for effective management decision-making. This position offers a chance to enhance profitability and improve financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records effectively.
• Monitor and analyze food and inventory costs.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance.

Job description

Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records, monitoring food and inventory costs, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with tax and financial regulations. They help management control expenses, improve profitability, and manage cash flow.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cost Control and Food Cost Analysis

• Monitor food and beverage costs
• Analyze wastage, spoilage, and shrinkage
• Compare actual food costs with standard costs
• Conduct inventory reconciliation
• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Track sales, expenses, and profit margins
• Provide management reports for decision-making
• Process supplier invoices for ingredients and supplies
• Monitor payments from distributors or customer
• Prepare financial budgets for operations
• Forecast demand and purchasing needs
• Monitor operational expenses
• Manage payroll for kitchen staff, service staff, and other employees
• Calculate overtime, tips, and service charges
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations
• Prepare tax filings
• Maintain documentation for audits
• Track daily sales reports from POS systems
• Verify cash, card, and digital payments
• Reconcile sales with deposits