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

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)

About the Role

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.

Key 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)

2. 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)

3. 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)

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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)

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