Accounting Assistant

The Accounting Assistant supports daily accounting operations through accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, and data encoding. The role maintains accurate financial records, processes transactions promptly, and keeps supporting documents organized for reconciliation and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders and supporting documents; prepare payment vouchers and

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s for approval.

• Monitor payment due dates, reconcile supplier statements, and coordinate the resolution of billing and payment discrepancies.

Accounts Receivable

• Prepare customer invoices and statements of account; record collections and apply payments to the correct accounts.
• Monitor outstanding balances and aging reports, follow up on overdue accounts, and reconcile customer records.

Bookkeeping

• Record daily transactions in journals and ledgers; assist with bank, cash, and account reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing by preparing

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s, checking balances, and compiling documents for reports and audits.

Encoding and Records Management

• Accurately encode invoices, receipts, payments, and other financial transactions in accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Check entries for completeness and accuracy, flag discrepancies, and maintain organized and confidential digital and physical records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Finance, or a related field.
• Preferably at least two years of relevant experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or general accounting.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data encoding; familiarity with accounting software is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, organization, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential financial information.
• Willing to work onsite at the Antel Office in Valero, Makati.