ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Preparing and filing monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns (e.g., VAT, Income Tax, and Withholding Tax) using platforms like eFPS or eBIR.
• Compiling supporting schedules, organizing BIR Form 2307s, and assisting in the preparation for tax audits.
• Examines all supporting documents needed for tax filings and ensure that all documents needed to be filed with BIR and SEC are complete and filed and paid.
• Record daily transactions, handle account reconciliations, and maintain the general ledger to ensure financial records are accurate.
• Prepare and submit statutory documents like the Alpha list of Payees/Employees and Summary List of Sales and Purchases.
• Gather the necessary schedules, ledger extracts, and support documents for internal and external audits, as well as responding to tax notices.
• Processing and renewing local government unit (LGU) business permits, collecting real property taxes, and ensuring compliance with local tax assessments.
• Monitoring changes in tax laws and communicating updates across relevant internal departments.
• Assist with payroll processing and related accounting reports.
• Help maintain organized financial records and documentation.
• Generate basic financial reports as requested (e.g., expense reports, payroll summaries).
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate data entry and maintain compliance with financial policies.
• Assist with onboarding-related financial tasks, such as setting up payroll and tax accounts for new hires.
• Communicate with vendors, employees, and stakeholders regarding payment status or payroll matters, as needed.
• Maintains financial records for companies by analyzing balance sheets and general ledger accounts.
• Oversee bank reconciliation processing and ensure all cash transactions are appropriately accounted for.
• Reconciles general and subsidiary bank accounts by gathering and balancing information.
• Provides financial status information by preparing special reports and completing special projects.
• Corrects errors by posting adjusted journal entries.
• Secures financial information by keeping information confidential.
• Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
• Assisting in creating policies and tax planning for BIR Compliances.
• Other duties as assigned or requested by the Immediate Superior.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance, or a related field; CPA is an

advantage but not required.

• At least 1 year of experience in tax or general accounting; fresh graduates with strong academic backgrounds may be considered.
• Open to fresh graduates with exceptional internship records in tax/auditing firms.
• Kee to details and Trustworthy.
• Basic knowledge of Philippine tax laws, BIR forms, and filing systems (eFPSeBIRForms).
• Knowledgeable in government compliance with the BIR, SSS, PHIC, HDMF, and LGUs; good written and oral communication skills; proficient in MS Excel; and attentive to details.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet deadlines required.
• Familiarity with local tax laws, compliance standards, and reporting procedures.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet strict deadlines under minimal supervision.
• Team players can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Can work with minimal supervision and is deadline oriented.
• Has a good moral character and office etiquette.
• Willing to be assigned to work in Las Piñas City.
• Can start immediately.