Accounting Assistant
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Job Location:
Manila - Philippines
Monthly Salary:
PHP 285 - 285
Posted on:
28 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This is a remote position.
- Mondays to Thursdays 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Sydney Time
- 20 hours per week
To support sound financial management practices through the maintenance of financial information by undertaking a range of shared accounting activities. The Accounting assistant will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data supporting both operational and strategic business objectives.
- Manage accounts payable for both domestic and international vendors.
- Manage accounts receivable and ensure timely follow-ups on outstanding balances.
- Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
- Conduct daily reconciliations including EFTPOS cash deposits AMEX credit cards PayPal and merchant fees.
- Handle allocation of eCommerce payment transactions.
- Process employee expense claims and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Enter and reconcile monthly credit card expenses providing cardholder feedback for accurate allocation.
- Manage monthly intercompany transactions between AU/NZ entities.
- Calculate agent commissions accurately and on schedule.
- Collaborate with the finance team to identify and implement business process improvements.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Debtors ledger is up-to-date and cash collections are maximized within customer payment terms.
- Vendor accounts are reconciled against supplier statements; payments are made within agreed payment terms.
- Bank accounts reconcile accurately to the GL; any discrepancies are promptly reported to the Finance Manager.
- Cross-functional projects and deliverables are completed on time.
- Process improvements are identified and implemented efficiently.
- Consistent delivery of high-quality customer service and internal support.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience as an Assistant Accountant Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable Officer.
- Experience in the apparel fashion or retail industry is highly preferred.
- Understanding of eCommerce and retail accounting processes.
- Proven ability to work at an operational level while understanding broader financial principles.
- Solid understanding of accounting concepts and basic taxation implications.
- Experience in finance system processing and reconciliations.
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong communicator with both verbal and written clarity.
- Results-driven consistently achieves goals and overcomes obstacles.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Team-oriented open to feedback and adaptable to varying workloads.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Proactive in seeking process efficiencies and solutions.
- Customer-focused anticipates and responds effectively to internal and external stakeholder needs.
Benefits
Independent Contractor Perks:
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
- Steady freelance job
Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an Independent Contractor arrangement the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their benefits and taxes. The professional fees are at hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.
Required Skills:
Required Experience & Skills: Demonstrated experience as an Assistant Accountant Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable Officer. Experience in the apparel fashion or retail industry is highly preferred. Understanding of eCommerce and retail accounting processes. Proven ability to work at an operational level while understanding broader financial principles. Solid understanding of accounting concepts and basic taxation implications. Experience in finance system processing and reconciliations. Strong analytical and mathematical skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Personal Qualities: Strong communicator with both verbal and written clarity. Results-driven consistently achieves goals and overcomes obstacles. Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Team-oriented open to feedback and adaptable to varying workloads. Flexible and adaptable to change. Proactive in seeking process efficiencies and solutions. Customer-focused anticipates and responds effectively to internal and external stakeholder needs.
Company Industry
Architecture and Planning / Interior Design
Key Skills
- Invoicing
- Accounting Tally
- Accounting & Finance
- General Ledger Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
- Bookkeeping
