Junior accountant
MicroSourcing
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Job summary
MicroSourcing is seeking a Junior Accountant to support hotel accounting operations from home in the Philippines. The role involves accounts payable/receivable, month-end close, financial reporting, and GAAP-compliant practices, with an emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.
Requirements include a Bachelor's in Accounting, 2 years in hotel accounting or related field, proficiency with MS Word/Excel, strong math, and English fluency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
- Fluency in English (verbal and written) required.
- Minimum of two years in hotel accounting or related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Knowledge of GAAP.
Responsibilities
- Maintain confidentiality and handle accounting and HR matters with discretion.
- Review and verify accounts payable/receivable postings and daily income reports.
- Prepare and reconcile monthly statements and financial reports for management review.
- Manage AP/AR duties including deposits, invoices, and cash flow monitoring.
- Perform month-end closing procedures and ensure GAAP compliance.
- Prepare tax reconciliations, payments, and reports; assist with audits.
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Junior Accountant
Work from home
- Competitive Rewards: Enjoy above-market compensation, healthcare coverage on day one, plus one or more dependents, paid time-off with cash conversion, group life insurance, and performance bonuses
- A Collaborative Spirit: Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment by participating in company-sponsored events and activities.
- Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the balance between work and life that suits you with flexible work arrangements.
- Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
- Inclusive Teamwork: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience required.
- Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in hotel accounting or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Strong mathematical skills, including:
- Basic math
- Budgeting
- Profit/loss concepts
- Percentages
- Variance analysis
- Strong problem-solving, reasoning, organizational, motivational, and training abilities.
- Ability to devise, prepare, and maintain spreadsheets using various software systems.
- Knowledge of computerized financial reporting systems and programs.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.
- Ability to delegate authority and responsibility to subordinates and effectively supervise their functions.
- Ability to communicate clearly with subordinates, peers, and supervisors.
- Ability to meet high-quality standards for production and service.
- Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
- Courteous, friendly, and professional demeanor.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with co-workers and the public.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and efficient.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as:
- Discounts
- Interest
- Commissions
- Proportions
- Percentages
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Flexibility to work long and sometimes irregular hours.
- Ability to perform extensive reading and computation.
- Occasionally required to handle and move objects weighing up to 40 lbs. over short distances.
- Maintain professional discretion and confidentiality at all times, never discussing Accounting or Departmental Human Resources matters without prior approval or knowledge of the Controller.
- Review and verify:
- Accounts payable input and output
- Accounts receivable postings and billing
- Daily income reports
- Ensure all necessary schedules are completed in a timely manner.
- Manage AP and AR-related duties, including:
- Controlling accommodation advance deposits
- Preparing monthly invoices
- Monitoring house banks and investments
- Investigating cashier overages and shortages
- Perform or assist with month-end closing procedures.
- Input and reconcile all income for closing.
- Prepare reports, verify Trial Balance, and generate Financial Statements for management review.
- Input General Ledger entries and journal vouchers as required.
- Ensure all daily transactions are posted and updated promptly in accordance with GAAP.
- Maintain bookkeeping controls, including preparation and review of subsidiary ledger postings.
- Prepare:
- Tax reconciliations
- Tax payments
- Tax reports
- Related investigations as needed
- Maintain supporting records and documentation required for tax balancing.
- Complete monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings required by state, city, and federal agencies.
- Perform or assist with:
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Bank reconciliations
- Manage daily accounting operations and staff assignments.
- Plan and organize work schedules to ensure accounting standards are maintained.
- Communicate goals and assignments effectively.
- Alert management to potentially serious issues.
- Process and audit payroll for various hotels as needed.
- Create and process benefit invoices.
- Process monthly Workers' Compensation invoices and assist with annual audits.
- Ensure accounting clerical staff are properly trained and equipped to perform their duties effectively.
- Participate in inventory counts and verification processes as needed.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports according to reporting calendars and deadlines.
- Perform:
- Financial analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Forecasting
- Special projects as assigned
- Perform additional accounting functions as needed, including:
- Reconciling gratuities for payroll
- Maintaining contract logs
- Auditing or approving vendor payments
- Reviewing the work of the Income Auditor
- Filling in for vacant property positions when necessary
- Assist with additional duties as assigned.
- Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with departments including:
- Catering
- Sales
- Reservations
- Accounting
- Front Office
- Promote and comply with all company policies and procedures.
- Immediately investigate suspicious or hazardous conditions.
- Maintain focus on workplace safety and safe work practices for self and team members.
- Ensure compliance with company safety standards and applicable state and local regulations.
- Perform additional tasks, including cross-training, as directed.
With over 9,000 professionals across 13 delivery centers, MicroSourcing is the pioneer and largest offshore provider of managed services in the Philippines.
MicroSourcing firmly believes that our company's strength lies in our people's diversity and talent. We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces individuals of all races, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and backgrounds. We provide space for everyone, embracing different perspectives, and making room for opportunities for each individual to thrive.
At MicroSourcing, equality is not merely a slogan – it's our commitment. Our way of life. Here, we don't just accept your unique authentic self - we celebrate it, valuing every individual's contribution to our collective success and growth. Join us in celebrating YOU and your 100%!
For more information, visit https://www.microsourcing.com/
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