Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper
Job Description – Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper
Position: Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Officer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Summary
The Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, processing accounting transactions, preparing financial reports, and assisting with day-to-day accounting and administrative activities. The role ensures that company financial records are properly documented, organized, and compliant with applicable accounting policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Record and maintain daily accounting transactions, including sales, purchases, expenses, receipts, and payments.
- Prepare and maintain books of accounts, journals, ledgers, and supporting schedules.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Prepare invoices, billing statements, official receipts, and payment vouchers.
- Monitor and reconcile cash, bank accounts, customer accounts, and supplier balances.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and accounting schedules.
- Maintain organized and complete accounting files and supporting documents.
- Monitor employee reimbursements, petty cash, and other company disbursements.
- Assist in payroll preparation and related accounting records, when required.
- Assist with government-related accounting requirements and documentation, including BIR filings and other statutory reports.
- Coordinate with suppliers, customers, banks, and other departments regarding accounting-related concerns.
- Assist during internal and external audits by providing requested documents and schedules.
- Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of financial information.
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; accounting-related vocational or college-level qualifications may also be considered.
- At least 1–2 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting-related work is preferred.
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles and bookkeeping procedures.
- Familiarity with BIR requirements and Philippine accounting practices is an advantage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with accounting software is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organizational and time-management skills.
- Able to handle confidential financial information responsibly.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Key Competencies
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Basic accounting and bookkeeping knowledge
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Organization and record keeping
- Time management
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Computer and spreadsheet proficiency
- Teamwork and communication
Pay: Php19,630.00 - Php22,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person