Assistant Accountant

Department:
People

Salary Range:
Competitive, commensurate with experience

Contract Type:
Indefinite Contractor

Working Schedule
: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9-6pm GMT

Location:
Manila

Start Date:
Flexible (we'd love you to join soon)

About Us

Avvoka is a fast-growing legal technology scale-up specializing in document automation. Our platform helps law firms and in-house teams draft, negotiate, and manage contracts more efficiently. We're trusted by leading global brands — from Magic Circle law firms like AO Shearman to global franchises like HBO. — and have supported everything from billion-dollar transactions to international franchise deals.

We're growing quickly, evolving from a bootstrapped start-up to scale-up, with 60% growth in headcount and over 70% organic revenue growth in the past year - so come join us on building a culture that's innovative, collaborative, and inclusive.

Who You Are

You're a driven and methodical finance professional with experience supporting finance teams in organisations that follow UK or US GAAP. You're confident preparing management accounts and performing general accounting duties. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy evolving roles, and are always looking for ways to improve processes. You have (or are working towards) a recognised accounting qualification such as a CPA and bring a can-do attitude to your work.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting Management Accounting

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including journals, reconciliations, and variance analysis

• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes

• Support internal and external audits through accurate record keeping and reporting

Cash Flow and Treasury

• Monitor and forecast cash flow on a regular basis

• Ensure timely and accurate supplier payments

Accounts Payable and Receivable

• Process supplier invoices and manage accounts payable

• Issue customer invoices and manage accounts receivable and credit control

• Reconcile accounts payable and receivable balances monthly

Payroll and Expenses

• Support end-to-end payroll processing, including reconciliations and adjustments

• Manage employee expense claims and ensure compliance with policies

• Analyse expense trends and suggest cost-saving opportunities

Process Improvement and Compliance

• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems

• Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial regulations

• Contribute to ad hoc financial projects and reporting initiatives

Person Specification

• The Ideal Candidate has:

• Broad experience in finance roles within companies adhering to US or UK GAAP

• Track record of process improvement and automation in finance functions

• Strong knowledge of management accounts preparation and general ledger maintenance

• Excellent English communication skills, attention to detail, and computer literacy

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (CPA)

The Desirable Candidate has:

• Bookkeeping/ management accounts delivery experience

• Knowledge of either UK & US GAAP standards

• Experience with expense systems and cloud-based finance tools

In addition to the technical and professional skills, there are certain core attributes we value across all roles:

• Adaptability in dynamically evolving settings

• A proactive, solution-focused mindset with ownership

• A collaborative spirit, supporting and mentoring others

• Strong focus and prioritisation skills

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to
apply anyway
— you might be just the candidate we're looking for.

Benefits

• Remote-first working policy – employees are empowered to work from home and come into the office based on role requirements

• Home office IT allowance (eligibility criteria apply)

• Annual learning and development budget (eligibility criteria apply)

• Clear pathways for professional development and career growth

• Flexible dress code (role-based requirements apply)

• 25 days annual leave + public holidays

• Right to request flexible working arrangements

Why Join Us?

At Avvoka, you'll join a considerate, innovative & inclusive team every voice matters, and you'll be empowered to make a real impact. With ample opportunities for professional development, career progression, and a range of employee benefits, Avvoka is the place to grow your career while making a difference in the legal world.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity, committing to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups. We're also happy to provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the application process.