Senior Bookkeeper

OptiNizers; Philippines; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

OptiNizers in the Philippines is seeking a Senior-Level Bookkeeper for independent contractor work, with options for full-time or part-time engagement. The role demands accurate day-to-day accounting, organized financial records, and timely reporting for clients or internal stakeholders.

You will maintain books, run reconciliations, prepare financial reports, handle payables and receivables, assist with month-end close, and support payroll entries when needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting support experience, preferably with senior-level responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles, reconciliations, financial statements, and month-end close processes.
• Experience using QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Karbon.
• Clear written and verbal communication with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books, including recording transactions, categorizing expenses, and reconciling accounts.
• Manage bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations on a regular schedule.
• Prepare and review financial reports such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable support, including invoices, bills, and payment tracking.
• Review bookkeeping entries for accuracy and flag inconsistencies or missing documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, accountants, or internal teams to request documents and clarify transactions.
• Maintain organized financial files and ensure records are complete and easy to audit.
• Support payroll-related entries and reporting when required.
• Recommend process improvements to make bookkeeping workflows more efficient and reliable.

Skills

3+ years bookkeeping experience

Senior-level responsibilities

Detail-oriented

Independent working

Strong communication

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Karbon

Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets

Bill.com

Gusto

ADP

Hubdoc

Dext

Expensify

Job description

Job Type: Independent Contractor | Full-Time or Part-Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a Senior-Level Bookkeeper who can manage day-to-day accounting tasks with accuracy, consistency, and strong attention to detail. This role is best suited for someone who can work independently, organize financial records, and support clean, timely reporting for clients or internal stakeholders.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate books, including recording transactions, categorizing expenses, and reconciling accounts.
• Manage bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations on a regular schedule.
• Prepare and review financial reports such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow summaries.
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable support, including invoices, bills, and payment tracking.
• Review bookkeeping entries for accuracy and flag inconsistencies or missing documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, accountants, or internal teams to request documents and
• clarify transactions.
• Maintain organized financial files and ensure records are complete and easy to audit.
• Support payroll-related entries and reporting when required.
• Recommend process improvements to make bookkeeping workflows more efficient and reliable.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting support experience, preferably with senior-level
• responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles, reconciliations, financial statements, and month-end close processes.
• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Karbon.
• Comfortable working with spreadsheets, reports, and financial documentation.
• High attention to detail and ability to spot errors or unusual transactions.
• Strong organization, time management, and follow-through.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple clients or business entities.
• Knowledge of payroll support, sales tax, or basic tax documentation preparation.
• Experience with tools such as Bill.com, Gusto, ADP, Hubdoc, Dext, Expensify, or similar systems.
• Background in service-based, e-commerce, real estate, or small business accounting.

Tools and Systems

• QuickBooks Online, Karbon, Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, document management tools, communication platforms, and other client-specific finance systems.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Books are accurate, updated, and reconciled on time.
• Financial reports are prepared clearly and delivered within agreed deadlines.
• Questions, missing documents, and unusual transactions are raised promptly.
• Files and records are organized and easy to review.
• Clients and team members receive dependable, professional support.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial and client information.
• Follow company and client processes consistently.
• Communicate proactively when there are blockers, missing information, or deadline concerns.
• Participate in check-ins, reporting reviews, and process updates as needed.