The Accountant will handle full local accounting functions, end-to-end payroll and statutory compliance in a fast-paced start-up environment. This role suits an experienced Accountant who can not only maintain accurate financial records but also build accounting processes, implement systems, and ensure strict adherence to government regulations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the setup and optimization of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for finance and disbursements.
- Prepare and maintain accurate general ledger records, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end reports.
- Compile and analyze financial data to create timely budget-vs-actual reports and cash flow forecasts for management.
- Manage full-cycle BIR filings (Income Tax, VAT, Withholding Taxes, Alphalist, etc.) and ensure all statutory requirements are met accurately and on time.
- Handle the renewal of Local Government (LGU) Business Permits and ensure timely submission of SEC General Information Sheets (GIS).
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including computation of overtime, withholdings, and final pay, ensuring accuracy before disbursement.
- Ensure monthly remittance and compliance submissions for SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG.
- Act as the main contact for banks, review bank reconciliations, prepare debit notes/official receipts, and process cash advance liquidations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy (CPA is highly preferred)
- At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a background in start-ups or SMEs setting up financial departments.
- Proficient in Cloud Accounting Software (Xero, QuickBooks Online) and tax filing platforms (eBIRForms, EFPS).
- Strong knowledge of local tax laws, LGU permit renewals, SEC compliance, and the Philippine Labor Code.
- Experience in handling end-to-end payroll and government statutory benefits.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to work independently to build processes from the ground up.
- Experience with Australian tax or accounting processes is a plus, but not essential.
- Willing to work on a hybrid set-up in BGC
