Sr Bookkeeper

Zohorecruit; Manila; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper to support full-cycle accounting and month-end close. The role reports to the Staff Accountant and requires independent work with strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of accounting experience, advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with QBO or Xero. This position focuses on accuracy, confidentiality, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle close.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
• Previous experience with accounting systems like QuickBooks Online (QBO) or Xero.
• Knowledge of GAAP and relevant regulatory compliance.
• High ethical standards for handling confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and data analysis skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and basic reconciliations.
• Close Processes: Assist with components of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post manual journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and allocations.
• Reconciliations & Audits: Assist with intercompany reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules for external auditors.
• Financial Analysis: Help investigate variances identified during monthly budget-vs-actual analysis.
• Ad-hoc Projects: Perform other duties and projects reasonably related to the role as assigned.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Month-end close

Journal entries

GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online (QBO)

Xero

Job description

• State/Province National Capital Region (Manila)
• Country USA

Job Description

Reports To: Staff Accountant

Position Overview

As a Bookkeeper, you will play a key role in supporting the company’s core business operations, with a primary focus on full-cycle accounting and the month-end close. This position demands a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work independently while reporting directly to the Staff Accountant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and basic reconciliations.

Close Processes: Assist with components of the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.

Journal Entries: Prepare and post manual journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and allocations.

Reconciliations & Audits: Assist with intercompany reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules for external auditors.

Financial Analysis: Help investigate variances identified during monthly budget-vs-actual analysis.

Ad-hoc Projects: Perform other duties and projects reasonably related to the role as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.

Experience: 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior experience assisting with a full-cycle close.

Technical Proficiency:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).

Previous experience with accounting systems like QuickBooks Online (QBO) or Xero.

Knowledge of GAAP and relevant regulatory compliance.

Soft Skills:

High ethical standards for handling confidential information with discretion.

Excellent organizational, time management, and data analysis skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Software & Tools

The role utilizes a modern tech stack, including:

Productivity: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Slack

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Regularly required to see, talk, and hear.

Frequent use of hands/fingers to handle objects, type, or use tools.