Accountant
Our brand, Lennor Metier Consulting, a DOLE-licensed headhunting and recruitment agency in the Philippines, is proud to partner with a local start up in finance and credit-risk focusing on the education sector in their search for an Accountant based in Makati City.
Salary Range: Up to ₱40,000
Work Setup: Work from Home
Shift Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Makati City
The Role
The Accountant is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the company's financial records and compliance obligations. This role covers end-to-end financial operations, including daily bookkeeping, transaction processing, tax compliance, government-mandated remittances, and financial statement preparation.
Responsibilities:
1. Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting
- Perform daily bookkeeping and ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded in accordance with applicable accounting standards
- Prepare monthly and consolidated financial statements
- Develop and maintain monthly management reports to support business decision-making
2. Reconciliations & Internal Controls
- Conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
- Identify, investigate, and escalate discrepancies, risks, or financial red flags in a timely manner
- Maintain and strengthen internal financial controls to safeguard company assets and data integrity
3. Regulatory Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare annual compliance reports such as LCIF and LCFS submissions
- Support external audit requirements by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of required regulatory reports
4. Tax Compliance
- Prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns in compliance with BIR regulations
- Prepare Documentary Stamp Tax (DST) returns as needed
- Ensure timely remittance of all tax obligations and compliance with applicable tax laws
5. Process Improvement & Other Duties
- Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes through automation and workflow improvements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting and operational efficiency
- Perform other finance and accounting-related tasks as may be assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or any related fields.
- At least 3 years of experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and end-to-end accounting operations with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness
- Proven experience in month-end and year-end close processes and financial statement preparation
- Experience in implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency or controls
- Strong knowledge of PFRS, BIR tax regulations, and statutory compliance requirements
- Experience with cloud-based accounting systems (e.g., Zoho Books or similar ERP platforms)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reconciliations, reporting) and Google Workspace
- Experience in a startup or fast-paced environment is an advantage
Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your application now!
We kindly request your patience as we receive a significant number of applications. Rest assured that our team will update your application's status soon. In the meantime, we encourage you to follow our LinkedIn page to stay informed about future opportunities and company updates.