General Accounting Specialist

Xerosoft Management Consultancy; Eastern Manila District; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Xerosoft Management Consultancy is seeking a General Accounting Specialist in Metro Manila to maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, reconcile accounts, and support monthly and year-end close activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy or related field, 1–2 years of accounting experience, strong Excel and accounting software skills, and high attention to detail. You will coordinate with other departments and work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting or related field.
• 1–2 years of general accounting or finance experience.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with accounting software and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Record and maintain financial transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare invoices, vouchers, and other accounting documents.
• Perform reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts.
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain records of expenses, revenues, assets, and liabilities.
• Review documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Coordinate with internal departments on accounting concerns.
• Assist with tax compliance and audits.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy / related field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the role

The General Accounting Specialist supports accurate and timely accounting operations by maintaining financial records, processing transactions, reconciling accounts, and contributing to financial reporting. This role helps ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial policies while supporting the organisation's month-end and year-end activities.

Key responsibilities

• Record and maintain accurate financial transactions in the accounting system, including journal entries, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Prepare and process invoices, vouchers, billing statements, and other accounting documents.

• Perform regular reconciliations of bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.

• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

• Monitor and maintain accurate records of company expenses, revenues, assets, and liabilities.

• Review financial documents and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Maintain the proper filing and organisation of accounting records and supporting documents.

• Coordinate with internal departments regarding accounting-related concerns and documentation.

• Assist with tax compliance, audit requirements, and the preparation of supporting schedules.

• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal financial policies.

• Perform other accounting-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Financial Management, or a related field.

• At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in general accounting or finance-related functions is preferred.

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, financial reporting, and account reconciliation.

• Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and organisational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Good communication and coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.