Junior Staff Accountant

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Location: Philippines (On-site)

About Pacific Impact:

Pacific Impact is a leading renewable energy developer, investor and operations company committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Our projects focus on developing renewable energy solutions while adhering to the highest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards.

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Project Development Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the technical aspects of projects from initiation through to ready-to-build status, ensuring all activities are aligned with project goals, budgets, and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong project management skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Job Summary:

The Junior Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting operations and financial reporting requirements of the company. The role covers accounts payable, billing and accounts receivable, cash and bank reconciliations, fixed assets accounting, selected general ledger accounts, month-end financial reporting, and Philippine tax and regulatory compliance.

The position ensures that accounting transactions are accurately recorded in Xero, financial schedules and reports are prepared on a timely basis, and statutory and regulatory requirements are properly addressed. The role also provides accounting support for internal management, external audit, suppliers, customers, employees, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations

• Perform day-to-day accounting activities for the assigned Philippine entities.
• Maintain accurate and complete accounting records in accordance with company policies and applicable Philippine accounting standards and regulations.
• Process transactions and maintain supporting schedules and documentation in Xero.
• Monitor assigned accounting activities to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely recording.
• Perform other accounting operations and administrative tasks as assigned.

Accounts Payable

• Perform Accounts Payable transactions in Xero, including recording and processing supplier and employee-related payments.
• Review supporting documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare BIR Form 2307 and maintain the corresponding withholding tax records and schedules.
• Prepare monthly payment reports and schedules.
• Advise suppliers and employees regarding payment processing and remittance details.
• Conduct an annual review of open Purchase Orders (POs) and coordinate necessary follow-ups and clearing activities.
• Monitor outstanding payables and support timely settlement of obligations.
• Perform other Accounts Payable-related activities as required.

Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Perform Billing and Accounts Receivable transactions in Xero.
• Prepare, print, and send customer invoices and related billing documents.
• Monitor customer collections and maintain accurate records of receipts and collections.
• Prepare acknowledgement receipts for customer collections.
• Update and maintain the Customer Creditable Withholding Tax (CWT) Schedule.
• Prepare schedules relating to Government Share and ER1-94 requirements for the Department of Energy (DOE), as applicable.
• Assist in monitoring outstanding receivables and follow up on collection-related matters.
• Perform other Accounts Receivable and billing-related activities as required.

Cash-in-Bank Reconciliation

• Perform regular Cash-in-Bank (CIB) reconciliations for assigned Philippine entities and bank accounts.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items and discrepancies on a timely basis.
• Prepare CIB schedules and supporting documentation required for external audit purposes.
• Prepare bank-related documentation for outward remittances.
• Maintain complete and organized bank reconciliation files and supporting documents.
• Perform other cash and bank-related activities as required.

Fixed Assets Accounting

• Maintain accurate fixed asset records and supporting documentation.
• Assist in monitoring additions, disposals, transfers, and other fixed asset movements.
• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment and documentation of fixed asset transactions.
• Perform other fixed asset-related activities as required.

General Ledger Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Manage and maintain assigned General Ledger (GL) accounts for the Philippine entities.
• Prepare month-end financial reporting entries, including accruals, deferrals, and other month-end adjustments.
• Prepare and maintain supporting schedules and reconciliations for assigned GL accounts.
• Review account balances and investigate unusual or outstanding items.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of month-end transactions.
• Provide supporting documentation and analysis for financial reporting and audit requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and review of monthly financial reports.
• Perform other General Ledger and Financial Reporting-related activities as required.

Philippine Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Prepare required Philippine tax schedules and supporting documentation as assigned.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of schedules supporting tax filings and statutory compliance.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of applicable withholding tax requirements, including BIR Form 2307.
• Maintain organized tax and regulatory documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist in responding to tax, regulatory, and statutory requirements as assigned.
• Monitor assigned tax and regulatory compliance activities and deadlines.
• Perform other Philippine tax and regulatory-related tasks as required.

Audit & Compliance Support

• Provide accounting schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documents required for internal and external audits.
• Respond to audit queries and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to obtain required information.
• Ensure accounting records and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and readily available.
• Assist in implementing recommendations arising from internal or external audit activities.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

· At least 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably covering Philippine accounting and tax

compliance.

· Experience with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, bank reconciliation, and

month-end closing activities.

· Working knowledge of Philippine tax and statutory requirements.

· Experience using Xero or a similar cloud-based accounting system is preferred.

· Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

· Good analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

· Good written and verbal communication skills.

Interested candidates, please submit your application to hr@pacificimpactdev.com with an email subject: Application for Junior Accountant [Philippines].