Accounting Assistant

About the position

About the Role We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support our Finance team in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with payroll processes, and ensuring smooth day-to-day finance operations. In this role, you will work closely with the Finance, Compliance & Legal Lead to support bookkeeping, invoicing, payroll administration, and financial documentation. The ideal candidate is organised, reliable, and comfortable working with financial systems and data. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career while gaining experience across multiple areas of finance operations. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Financial Records Record financial transactions accurately in the accounting system (e.g., Xero or similar software) Maintain organised records of invoices, receipts, and financial documentation Assist with bank and account reconciliations Support preparation of monthly financial data and reports Ensure proper filing and documentation of financial records Payroll Support Assist with payroll preparation, including salaries, allowances, and deductions Maintain payroll records and employee compensation data Support preparation of statutory contributions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and withholding taxes) Ensure payroll information is accurate and submitted on time Coordinate with HR / People & Culture for payroll-related updates Invoicing & Payments Prepare and issue invoices to clients or internal stakeholders Track incoming payments and assist with accounts receivable monitoring Support processing of supplier and vendor payments Maintain accurate accounts payable and receivable records Petty Cash Management Manage and reconcile petty cash funds Record petty cash transactions and maintain supporting receipts Report discrepancies to the Finance Lead when necessary Administrative & Compliance Support Assist in preparing documentation for financial audits or regulatory filings Maintain financial records and permits in an organised filing system Provide general administrative support to the Finance team as needed What We’re Looking For Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field 1–3 years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, payroll administration, or finance operations (preferred) Technical Skills Basic knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping principles Familiarity with accounting systems such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar platforms Strong Microsoft Excel and general office software skills Understanding of payroll processes and financial record-keeping Knowledge of Philippine statutory contributions (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) is an advantage Key Competencies Strong attention to detail and accuracy Good communication and collaboration skills Strong organisational and time-management abilities Ability to work independently and meet deadlines High level of integrity and professionalism

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