Accountant / Tax

About the role

This is a highly hands-on role suited for someone who can work independently, maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely statutory compliance, and provide management with reliable financial information for decision-making. The Accountant / Finance & Tax Officer will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounting and finance operations, with primary ownership of company tax compliance, payroll processing and payroll compliance, and bookkeeping and financial records.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the company's day-to-day Philippine tax compliance requirements, prepare, review, and/or file applicable BIR tax returns and required reports
• Monitor tax filing deadlines and ensure timely submission and payment of tax obligations
• Handle applicable withholding tax requirements, including preparation and monitoring of related documents
• Prepare and issue applicable tax certificates such as BIR Form 2307
• Maintain accurate records of taxes withheld, taxes payable, and tax payments
• Process accurate and timely employee payroll and prepare payroll computations based on attendance, approved leave, overtime, deductions, allowances, and other applicable adjustments
• Calculate applicable statutory deductions and payroll-related taxes and process and monitor employee government contributions, including SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date books of accounts and financial records, record and classify daily financial transactions
• Perform bank and account reconciliations and prepare regular financial reports and management summaries
• Prepare and monitor client billing and invoices, track accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding client payments

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• At least 4 years of relevant hands-on accounting/finance experience
• Strong and practical knowledge of Philippine company tax and BIR compliance
• Actual experience preparing and/or filing applicable BIR tax returns and reports
• Strong hands-on experience in payroll processing and knowledge of Philippine statutory payroll requirements, including SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG
• Strong bookkeeping and reconciliation skills
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and recurring statutory obligations
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets
• High level of confidentiality and integrity when handling financial and payroll information