Staff Accountant / Forensic Accounting Associate | Work From Home | Night Shift

Emapta; Metro Manila; Remote; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 HMO coverage

Night differential pay

Permanent WFH arrangement

Fixed weekends off

Salary advance program

Upskilling via Emapta Academy

Gym access

Job summary

Emapta is seeking a Staff Accountant / Forensic Accounting Associate to maintain accurate books, investigate unusual activity, and improve accounting processes. You'll gain exposure to fraud investigations, financial analysis, and advisory work within a global client base.

This full-time, work-from-home role offers day-1 benefits, night-shift pay, fixed weekends off, and opportunities for professional growth through Emapta Academy and mentorship with global teams. CPA candidacy encouraged.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 1–3 years accounting or related finance experience.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online.
• Knowledge of GAAP fundamentals.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and payroll-related journal entries.
• Record and reconcile bank and credit card transactions.
• Enter accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Review and categorize receipts.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations and draft financial statements.
• Investigate discrepancies and identify process improvements.
• Support month-end close and client advisory work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Problem solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Uncover Financial Truth Across Complex Global Accounting Engagements

Put your eye for detail to work uncovering discrepancies and strengthening financial integrity. Join Emapta as a Staff Accountant / Forensic Accounting Associate, maintaining accurate accounts while investigating unusual activity and improving accounting processes. Gain exposure to fraud investigations, financial analysis, and advisory work while building specialized expertise and a rewarding global career with Emapta's top 1% talent.

Your Path Beyond Traditional Accounting

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Shift: Night Shift, Weekends Off
• Work Setup: Work From Home

Exciting Perks Await!

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive Salary Package
• Night differential pay to maximize your earnings
• Permanent WFH arrangement
• Fixed weekends off
• Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)
• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer!
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 20 annual leaves to be used at your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
• Fun engagement activities for employees
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Career growth opportunities
• Diverse and supportive work environment

The Qualifications We Seek

Required

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• 1 to 3 years of accounting or related finance experience
• Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Knowledge of GAAP fundamentals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently

Preferred

• Experience with payroll processing
• Experience with nonprofit accounting
• Experience with journal entry preparation, bank and credit card reconciliations, and accounting record cleanup
• Experience with workflow automation
• Interest in forensic accounting
• CPA candidacy or interest in pursuing CPA or CFE credentials

Who Will Thrive Here

• Love solving puzzles
• Enjoy making messy financial records make sense
• Ask "Why?" instead of simply completing tasks
• Like finding ways to improve processes
• Want exposure to work beyond bookkeeping
• Enjoy learning new technology
• Want mentorship and opportunities to grow
• Take ownership of your work
• Believe details matter

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 90 days, you'll be able to:

• Independently process payroll
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping for assigned clients
• Prepare clean reconciliations
• Draft monthly financial statements
• Identify accounting issues before clients do
• Recommend at least one process improvement

Your Daily Tasks

Client Accounting

• Process payroll and payroll-related journal entries
• Record and reconcile bank and credit card transactions
• Enter accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Review and categorize receipts
• Prepare monthly reconciliations
• Record adjusting and recurring journal entries
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare draft financial statements
• Identify unusual balances and trends for management review

Problem Solving

• Investigate discrepancies in financial records
• Research and resolve accounting issues
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes
• Maintain organized electronic workpapers
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data

Systems & Technology

• Automate repetitive accounting processes
• Improve workflows through QuickBooks Online and integrated software
• Test and implement new technology solutions
• Document standard operating procedures
• Identify efficiencies that improve client service

Growth Opportunities

As your experience develops, support:

• Forensic accounting engagements
• Fraud investigations
• Financial statement analysis
• Data analytics
• Litigation support
• Internal control evaluations
• Grant compliance
• Nonprofit CFO services
• Client advisory projects
• Special projects across the firm

About the Client

Our client is a U.S.-based CPA firm specializing in forensic accounting, fraud prevention, nonprofit accounting, and fractional CFO services. They help businesses, nonprofits, and individuals uncover financial irregularities, strengthen controls, and restore confidence in financial records. Their expertise spans fraud investigations, litigation support, bookkeeping cleanup, payroll, financial reporting, budgeting, audit support, risk management, and strategic financial planning. Combining investigative accounting with practical advisory expertise, they transform complex financial information into clear insights that support stronger controls, informed decisions, and sustainable financial management.

Join the Top 1% Talent. A better career. A better life.

Welcome to Emapta Philippines: home to professionals who choose growth, balance, and impact. Recognized as one of HR Asia's Best Companies to Work For in Asia 2025 and winner of Inspiring Workplaces Australasia 2026, Emapta offers more than opportunities -- it provides a career environment where people thrive. Collaborate with global teams, build meaningful expertise, and grow in a culture that prioritizes both performance and well-being.