Accounting Assistant (Ortigas)

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and trustworthy Accounting Staff / Bookkeeper to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, handling tax compliance, monitoring inventory, processing invoices, supporting payroll, and preparing financial reports. This role works closely with the Treasury Department and reports directly to the Owner.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping

• Record daily sales, purchases, and operating expenses.
• Maintain the General Journal, General Ledger, Cash Receipts Book, and Cash Disbursement Book.
• Reconcile accounting records with Treasury cash reports.
• Prepare monthly trial balances.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and file BIR tax returns, including:

  • Expanded Withholding Tax (EWT)
  • Creditable Withholding Tax (CWT)
  • VAT or Percentage Tax
  • Quarterly and Annual Income Tax Returns

• Issue BIR Form 2307 to suppliers.

• Ensure compliance with BIR regulations and maintain updated books of accounts.

Inventory Auditing

• Conduct regular physical inventory counts.
• Reconcile inventory records and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare monthly inventory variance reports.

Invoicing & Documentation

• Prepare Sales Invoices and Official Receipts in accordance with BIR regulations.
• Verify supplier invoices and coordinate payment processing with Treasury.
• Maintain organized accounting and financial records.

Payroll Support

• Process employee payroll, including salary computations and statutory deductions.
• Ensure timely remittance of SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and applicable taxes.
• Prepare BIR Form 1601-C when required.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare weekly cash reconciliation reports.
• Generate monthly Profit & Loss Statements.
• Prepare monthly Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) summaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, or any related Business course.
• At least 1–2 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Knowledgeable in BIR tax compliance, including EWT, CWT, VAT/Percentage Tax, and Income Tax Returns.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Honest, detail-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal