Accounting Associate

5 days ago

Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines Vertaccount Inc. Full-time ₱600,000 - ₱900,000 Contract

Job Highlights:

  • Work from Home
  • US-Based Client
  • Nightshift Schedule

The successful candidate for the Accounting Associate role will support day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, reconciliations, and month-end closing activities while ensuring accuracy and timely completion of assigned tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle AP/AR transactions, including bills, invoices, and aging reports.
  • Perform bank, credit card, payroll, and other account reconciliations, including CUPE, RRSP, and WSIB.
  • Support GST/HST/QST filing and reconciliation.
  • Assist with month-end closing and monthly financial statement preparation.
  • Prepare financial and exception reports and maintain accurate accounting records.
  • Monitor and resolve accounting discrepancies and outstanding items.
  • Manage daily accounting-related emails, requests, and follow-ups within the set turnaround time (e.g. 1 hour TAT for emails).
  • Perform other accounting tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy (BSA) required.
  • CPA license is preferred but not required.
  • 3-4 years of relevant accounting/bookkeeping experience.
  • Experience with full-cycle bookkeeping (AP/AR, account reconciliations including GST/HST/QST, CUPE, RRSP, and WSIB, month-end closing, and financial statement preparation).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or similar.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting and tax reconciliations; Canadian accounting experience is an advantage.
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Able to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle multiple tasks.
  • Ability to transition/adapt independently and create and structured workflows.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable working the night shift: 9 PM to 6 AM Manila time
  • Immediate availability is preferred.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

  • Experience handling NPOs.
  • Experience using Missive as a communication platform.
  • Experience using AP processing tools, e.g., Dext, ApprovalMax and Plooto.