Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist | Monthly Performance Incentives*

1 week ago


Metro Manila Philippines First Focus Information Technology, Inc. Full time

First Focus is Australia\'sbest Managed Service Provider (MSP), with a team of over 300 technical professionals across offices in Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines. We have grown consistently and profitably for over 15 years, and we\'re continuing to win new clients and challenge ourselves to rise to new heights.

We’re hiring an AP & Payroll Specialist to join our growing Finance team in the Philippines

This is a great opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in accounts payable and payroll processing, who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment and wants to grow their career in a supportive, people-first culture.


Why Join Us?
  • Accelerate Your Career: Gain hands-on experience in both AP and payroll operations within a supportive, structured environment. We’re invested in your growth with access to ongoing training and mentorship from experienced finance professionals.

  • Be Empowered: Your attention to detail, organizational skills, and initiative matter. We trust you to take ownership of your work while providing the tools and systems you need to succeed.

  • Make Your Voice Heard: We believe great ideas come from everywhere. You\'ll be part of a transparent, collaborative culture where your feedback is valued and your contributions are recognized.

  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a supportive team culture that prioritizes well-being.

Responsibilities:

Payroll

  • Handle end-to-end payroll processing using Sprout or manual computation.

  • Process semi-monthly payroll, annualization, and final pay.

  • Prepare the BIR Forms 2316, 1601C, 1604, alphalist, etc.

  • Submit 2316 and other reports as maybe required by BIR.

  • Ensure accurate and timely remittance of contributions and loans to SSS, Pag-IBIG, and PhilHealth.

  • Manage government benefit enrollments, compliance, and concerns (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG).

  • Onboard new employees on payroll and Expense Reimbursement Policy.

  • Respond to payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.

  • Manage employee advances/staff loans and ensure monthly reconciliation.

  • Provide calculation of labour hire amounts for billing.

  • Stay updated with DOLE, SSS, Pag-IBIG, PhilHealth, and BIR regulations and advisories.

Accounts Payable

  • Process vendor invoices and employee reimbursements in accordance with company policies and Philippine tax regulations.

  • Ensure timely and accurate payment runs.

  • AP and credit card reconciliations.

  • Maintain vendor records and ensure proper documentation.

  • Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders regarding payments.

  • Handle month-end and year-end closing activities related to AP.

  • Provide assistance in Fixed Asset Management.

Other

  • Manage compliance tasks related to BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and DOLE—including legwork, admin tasks, and document submission as maybe required.

  • Maintain effective and timely manual filing of finance and payroll documents in the office.

  • Support audits and provide necessary documentation.

  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Finance Manager or Head of Finance

Qualifications:
  • At least 2 years of work experience in a similar role.

  • Experience in Philippine payroll and accounts payable processes.

  • Detail-orientedwith the ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.

  • Willing to work onAU shiftand must be amenable to reporting onsite in Pasig (hybrid setup).

  • Experience with Xero and Sprout payroll systems is preferred.

Benefits:
  • First Focus understands the importance of flexibility for asatisfying work-life balance , which is why we offer hybrid working arrangements.

  • ‘Never Stop Growing’ is deeply embedded in our DNA - we offer1 paid study day every month and support employees towardscertifications and qualifications -we will pay for the exam and will also give you a pay rise for achieving certs (conditions apply, of course)

  • HMO from the first day of your employment

  • Addition of one (1) dependent (e.g., your spouse) to the Company\'s HMO policy (which includes medical coverage plus dental benefits package) on the first day of your employment

  • All employees have free access to Uprise, including 1:1 coaching sessions from qualified psychologists or counselors

  • Dayshift, weekends off* plus25 days paid days leave annually

  • Employee Referral Program (Php 20,000)

  • Employee MVP Award (Php 10,000)

  • Social events, End of Financial Year and Christmas

  • Employee Profit Sharing*

  • Loyalty bonus for long-term employees*

Office Address:

  • 29th Floor, Robinsons Cyberscape Gamma, Topaz Road, Ortigas Pasig City Metro Manila Philippines

Additional note:

  • This position follows a hybrid work setup—reporting onsite at our Ortigas office and working from home. Please note that a permanent work-from-home arrangement is not available for this role.

*Terms and condition apply

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