Junior Accountant (Permanent work from home)

Lightspeed; Manila; Remote; PHP 424,000 - 580,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO for you and 2 dependents (Maxicare

15 Vacation leaves

10 Sick leaves

Government Mandated Benefits

FoodAllowance of 1000PHP per month

Work from Home Allowance of 1000PHP / 

Health and wellness benefit of 7500PHP

Free access to Mental Health support

Career growth & internal mobility

Regular Manila Culture Club events

Job summary

Lightspeed is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join our Manila-based team and support a range of accounting activities in a dynamic environment. The role reports to the NOAM Team Lead and offers a permanent work-from-home setup with flexible hours.

The successful candidate will process reconciliations, tax returns, and data maintenance while collaborating with the Finance team at a growing technology company. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar accounting role.
• Background in accounting, finance, or equivalent practical experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or automation tools.
• Excellent time management, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bank, payment processor (e.g. Adyen and Stripe), and other payment reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage unapplied customer payments and work with the Collections team to allocate and resolve them.
• Prepare and file Canadian sales tax returns (GST/QST and PST), maintaining related payables and reporting.
• Process sales and withholding tax reclassifications and maintain accurate tax data in Salesforce.
• Support external audits by preparing documentation and providing supporting evidence for audit samples.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline accounting processes.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion

English fluency

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place!

We have bike enthusiasts, foodies, video game heroes, dog and cat lovers, movie buffs, musicians, and every variety of people. Lightspeed was founded on the principles of diversity and inclusion and our daily practices and interactions reflect this commitment everyday. Wherever you look, you will find a friend in Lightspeed.

We’re looking for a motivated Junior Accountant (Permanent work from home) to join our team in Manila and support a range of accounting activities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Reporting to the NOAM Team Lead, you’ll bring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn as you develop your accounting skills and collaborate with the wider Finance team at a growing technology company.

What you’ll be doing:

• Perform monthly bank, payment processor (e.g. Adyen and Stripe), and other payment reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage unapplied customer payments and work with the Collections team to allocate and resolve them.
• Prepare and file Canadian sales tax returns (GST/QST and PST), maintaining related payables and reporting.
• Process sales and withholding tax reclassifications and maintain accurate tax data in Salesforce.
• Support external audits by preparing documentation and providing supporting evidence for audit samples.
• Identify opportunities to improve and streamline accounting processes.

What you need to bring:

We're looking for a candidate who has experience with the following:

• Previous experience in a similar accounting role.
• A background in accounting, finance, or equivalent practical experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or automation tools.
• Excellent time management, organisational skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Fluency in English.

Please note you will be working NOAM EST hours.

Our hiring process is very straightforward. The whole process will be conducted at the comfort of your own home, through Zoom or Google Meet. No need to go through Manila's heavy traffic!

Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs every day

Work in a team large enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact

Exposure to modern and proven technology

Ability to work and grow in a truly flexible environment

Opportunity to learn, expand your skill set, forge wonderful relationships and make your mark within the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed culture, a true Canadian tech success story

Plus benefits designed to keep you happy, healthy and fulfilled:

• Market-leading salary package
• Permanent work from home setup
• Coworking space available, if needed
• We follow the PH holidays!

Benefits you can enjoy from day one:

• HMO for you and your 2 dependents (Maxicare)
• 15 Vacation leaves
• 10 Sick leaves
• Government Mandated Benefits
• FoodAllowance of 1000PHP per month
• Work from Home Allowance of 1000PHP per month
• Health and wellness benefit of 7500PHP per year
• Free access to Mental Health support and coaching services
• Opportunity to grow your career in a company that values internal mobility
• Exciting online and in-person events hosted regularly by our Manila Culture Club

Not yet convinced?

For honest reviews left by real people, you can check our Glassdoor page. To know more about Lightspeed, you can check our website , LinkedIn , and Youtube pages. We’re an open book!

We partner with Inform Group to employ our Lightspeed workforce in the Philippines. Inform Group hosts Lightspeed employees who enjoy the benefits of the Philippine labour code combined with the full career opportunities provided by Lightspeed.

Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Where to from here?

Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here .

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal’s gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.

Who we are:

Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.