RESTAURANT BOOKKEEPER & ACCOUNTANT

Kavant Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Kavant Inc. in Quezon City, Metro Manila, is seeking a skilled Restaurant Bookkeeper & Accountant to join as a full-time team member.

You will manage financial records for our restaurant operations, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and monthly close. The ideal candidate has strong bookkeeping skills, knowledge of accounting standards in the Philippines, experience with Excel and QuickBooks, and a detail-oriented approach to support cost controls and regulatory compliance in a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and small practice accounting, preferably within a restaurant or hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and standards relevant to the Philippines
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong ability to identify and correct financial errors
• Solid understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management
• Familiarity with restaurant-specific accounting procedures, including food cost analysis and inventory management
• Knowledge of Philippine tax compliance requirements, including BIR regulations and filing deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with different departments
• Diploma or certification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Experience with payroll processing and employee-related accounting is highly desirable
• A professional demeanour with strong ethical standards and confidentiality awareness

Responsibilities

• Recording and reconciling daily transactions, including sales, expenses, and inventory adjustments specific to restaurant operations
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payment to suppliers and collection from customers
• Preparing and maintaining general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and properly classified
• Processing payroll information and assisting with employee reimbursements and expense management
• Reconciling bank statements and credit card accounts on a monthly basis
• Preparing monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries
• Assisting with the preparation of tax documentation and ensuring compliance with local and national tax regulations
• Managing restaurant-specific accounting matters, such as food costs, labour costs, and operational expense tracking
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies in financial records and investigating unusual transactions
• Maintaining organised financial records and documentation for audit purposes
• Supporting budget preparation and variance analysis to monitor financial performance
• Collaborating with management to provide financial insights and recommendations for cost control

Skills

Bookkeeping

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Diploma or certification in Accounting or Bookkeeping

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Accounting software

Job description

About the role

WE ARE seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Restaurant Bookkeeper & Accountant to join our team on a full-time basis in Quezon City, Metro Manila. This is a pivotal role that combines bookkeeping expertise with accounting knowledge to manage the financial operations of our restaurant business. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable and receivable, and providing timely financial reporting to support informed business decision-making. This position is essential to ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining the financial health of our organization.

Key responsibilities

• Recording and reconciling daily transactions, including sales, expenses, and inventory adjustments specific to restaurant operations
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring timely payment to suppliers and collection from customers
• Preparing and maintaining general ledger accounts, ensuring all entries are accurate and properly classified
• Processing payroll information and assisting with employee reimbursements and expense management
• Reconciling bank statements and credit card accounts on a monthly basis
• Preparing monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries
• Assisting with the preparation of tax documentation and ensuring compliance with local and national tax regulations
• Managing restaurant-specific accounting matters, such as food costs, labour costs, and operational expense tracking
• Identifying and resolving discrepancies in financial records and investigating unusual transactionsMaintaining organised financial records and documentation for audit purposes
• Supporting budget preparation and variance analysis to monitor financial performance
• Collaborating with management to provide financial insights and recommendations for cost control

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and small practice accounting, preferably within a restaurant or hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and standards relevant to the Philippines
• Proficiency in accounting software and spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, or similar platforms
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong ability to identify and correct financial errors
• Solid understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management
• Familiarity with restaurant-specific accounting procedures, including food cost analysis and inventory management
• Knowledge of Philippine tax compliance requirements, including BIR regulations and filing deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with different departments
• Diploma or certification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Experience with payroll processing and employee-related accounting is highly desirable
• A professional demeanour with strong ethical standards and confidentiality awareness