JO-202571: Accountant / Bookkeeper (PH & US Clients)

Role Summary

This is a remote position.

• Job Title: Accountant / Bookkeeper (PH & US Clients)
• Location: Remote / Philippines
• Employment Type: Part-Time (or as determined by the Company)
• Schedule: Aligned with business requirements (preferably US time zone overlap)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accountant / Bookkeeper to manage end-to-end financial operations for both US and Philippine entities. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience supporting US-based clients, is proficient in QuickBooks, and is capable of handling local statutory compliance (BIR, taxes, and filings) in the Philippines.

This role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, efficient billing and collections, and compliance with both US and PH financial standards.

Responsibilities

1. Bookkeeping & Accounting (US & PH)

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for US and Philippine operations
• Handle full-cycle bookkeeping including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting

Support month-end and year-end closing processes

Ensure compliance with US accounting practices (experience preferred)

1. QuickBooks Management

• Manage and maintain company books using QuickBooks (US version)
• Record and reconcile transactions, including bank and credit card accounts

Generate financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

1. Stripe & Payment Management

• Manage invoicing and payment processing through Stripe
• Reconcile Stripe transactions with QuickBooks records

Monitor incoming payments and ensure proper recording

Handle payment configurations (one-time, subscription, installment if applicable)

1. Invoicing & Collections

• Prepare and issue accurate invoices to clients in a timely manner
• Monitor accounts receivable and track outstanding balances
• Conduct professional follow-ups for overdue or late payments

Coordinate with internal teams (Sales/Operations) on billing concerns

1. Philippine Compliance (BIR & Statutory Requirements)

• Manage all BIR-related filings and compliance (VAT, percentage tax, withholding tax, etc.)
• Ensure timely submission of required reports and payments
• Maintain compliance with local accounting and tax regulations

Coordinate with external accountants or auditors if necessary

1. Payroll Management (PH & Contractors)

• Process end-to-end payroll for Philippine employees (semi-monthly or as required)
• Ensure accurate computation of salaries, deductions, overtime, holidays, and leave conversions
• Handle statutory contributions: SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and Withholding Tax
• Prepare and generate payslips and payroll reports
• Coordinate payroll funding and bank file preparation (if applicable)
• Support final pay computation, including back pay, prorated salaries, and deductions
• Ensure payroll compliance with Philippine labor laws and company policies
• Maintain payroll records with strict confidentiality
• Support contractor payments (local and international if applicable)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in bookkeeping/accounting
• Proven experience handling US clients or US-based accounting
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks (US version preferred)
• Experience with Stripe (payments, invoicing, reconciliation) is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of Philippine tax compliance (BIR processes)
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a BPO, outsourcing, or consulting environment
• Familiarity with HubSpot, Stripe integrations, or similar systems
• Exposure to multi-entity or international accounting setups
• CPA is a plus but not required

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity
• Success Metrics
• Accuracy and timeliness of financial records and reports
• On-time invoicing and improved collection turnaround
• Compliance with PH and US financial regulations
• Efficient reconciliation between Stripe and QuickBooks