Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete accounts payable process, which includes reviewing, coding, processing, and posting invoices.

• Prepare and facilitate vendor payments through online banking systems.

• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate any outstanding balances or discrepancies.

• Track unpaid invoices and ensure timely payment coordination.

• Conduct regular bank reconciliations and examine unreconciled transactions.

• Review and document corporate credit card transactions with precise general ledger classifications.

• Identify and rectify discrepancies between bank records and accounting system balances.

• Prepare and record journal entries, including accruals, reversals, and reclassifications.

• Review balance sheet accounts and reconcile general ledger balances accordingly.

• Assist in month-end closing processes while maintaining relevant schedules and working papers.

• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations efficiently.

• Provide support to external tax consultants with necessary accounting records, reports, and documentation.

• Coordinate responses to inquiries related to US sales and use tax and other tax compliance matters.

• Aid in the preparation of financial reports, supporting schedules, budgeting, and financial analysis.

• Deliver financial information and respond to inquiries from management.

• Recognize opportunities to enhance accounting workflows and internal controls.

• Collaborate with finance team members and other departments to address accounting issues.

• Maintain organized and accurate accounting documentation.

• Undertake additional accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.

• Collaborate with the US-based branch, Australian head office, and international teams across various time zones.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidate must be based in the Philippines.

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.

• Have a minimum of 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience.

• Demonstrate strong expertise in accounts payable, bank reconciliations, general ledger accounting, and month-end closing processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Exhibit strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Show excellent attention to detail and accuracy when dealing with financial records and transactions.

• Capable of working independently, managing competing priorities, and meeting deadlines.

• Willingness to work Australian business hours while supporting the US branch and coordinating with the Australian head office team.

• Experience with Australian or US accounting practices is preferred.

• CPA qualification is preferred.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics NAV or similar ERP systems is preferred.

• Experience using US banking platforms for payment processing and reconciliation is preferred.

• Background in intercompany accounting and balance sheet reconciliations is preferred.

• Knowledge of supporting external tax consultants and responding to tax-related information requests is preferred.

• Previous experience in a multinational or outsourced accounting environment is preferred.

• Ability to manage time-sensitive accounting deliverables while ensuring accuracy and organization.

• Willingness to disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work.

• Willingness to reflect this engagement on LinkedIn, clearly marked as “Independent Contractor.”

🏝️ Benefits

• Enjoy 100% remote work from home.

• Benefit from flexible time management as an independent contractor, while aligning with Australian business hours.

• Engage under an Independent Contractor Agreement.