General Accountant

Materia Prime Philippines Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A local finance company in Manila is seeking a junior Accountant to manage day-to-day finance operations. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience and familiarity with Xero or QuickBooks. Responsibilities include managing accounts payable and receivable, filing tax forms, and supporting financial reporting. This role offers an opportunity to grow into larger finance responsibilities as the company expands. The position is on-site with a focus on detail-oriented execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant bookkeeping experience.
• Familiarity with accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks.
• Solid understanding of accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations.
• Handle collections and AR monitoring.
• Prepare and file BIR tax forms such as 1601-EQ and more.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Excellent English communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independence

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

On-site - Manila 1-3 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

About Materia Logic

Materia Logic is a multi-cloud services company with a growing regional presence across Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. We work at the intersection of cloud infrastructure, digital platforms, and innovation—supporting enterprises and organizations in building scalable, modern systems.

As part of our Philippines expansion, this role will be our first hire locally, working directly with leadership. You will gain exposure to regional operations, modern tools, and evolving systems, with the opportunity to grow as the company scales.

Working Conditions

We are looking for a junior, execution-focused Accountant who can take ownership of day-to-day finance operations while helping us build a strong financial foundation in the Philippines.

This role is ideal for someone who is hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and eager to grow into a larger finance role over time.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reconciliations
• Handle collections and AR monitoring
• Record, track, and reconcile company expenses
• Maintain accurate records in Xero (and support potential transition to QuickBooks if required)
• Prepare and file BIR tax forms (e.g., 1601‑EQ, 1601‑F, 2550Q, 2550M, 1701, etc.)
• Coordinate with BIR and government offices when required
• Support month‑end closing and financial reporting
• Assist with administrative and office operations (approx. 30%, may increase based on needs)
• Help clean up and organize financial records as part of ongoing system improvements

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant bookkeeping experience
• Familiarity with Xero/QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel
• Solid understanding of accounting practices
• Excellent English communication skills (reading, writing, and presentation)
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Professional work ethic and commitment to confidentiality