Sr Bookkeeper

Booth; Manila; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Booth in Manila is seeking a meticulous Bookkeeper to support full-cycle accounting and month-end close. You will manage AP/AR, post journal entries, and assist with reconciliations and audits, reporting to the Staff Accountant.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience, proficiency in Excel and cloud-based accounting software (QBO or Xero), and strong attention to detail and ethics. This role requires independence and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of progressive accounting experience including full-cycle close.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online or Xero and solid GAAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Accounting: Manage AP, AR, and basic reconciliations.
• Close Processes: Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Journal Entries: Prepare and post manual entries including accruals and allocations.
• Reconciliations & Audits: Assist intercompany reconciliations and auditor schedules.
• Financial Analysis: Investigate variances in monthly budget vs. actuals.
• Ad-hoc Projects: Perform duties related to the role as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Time management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

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

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Joiin

LiveFlow

Stripe

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Slack

Job description

Role 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.

• 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.

Essential Duties & 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.
  • Solid knowledge of GAAP and relevant regulatory compliance standards.
• 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:

• Finance: QuickBooks, Xero, Joiin, LiveFlow, Stripe
• Productivity: Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Slack

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to see, talk, and hear.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle objects or tools.