Accounting Associate - Accounts Payable
We are looking for a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Associate (Accounts Payable) to support our finance team in managing supplier payments, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in AP, especially within real estate, construction, or property development.
Key Responsibilities of an Accounting Associate - Accounts Payable:
Invoice & Voucher Processing- Review and validate supplier invoices against Purchase Orders (POs), contracts, and delivery receipts
- Prepare Disbursement Vouchers (DVs) with complete supporting documents
- Ensure proper coding of invoices to cost centers and accounts
- Prepare check vouchers and online payments following approval workflows
- Process contractor progress billings and retention releases
- Maintain AP Ledger and Aging Schedules; monitor and escalate overdue items
- Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
- Compute and correct Expanded Withholding Tax (EWT) and prepare BIR Form 2307 for issuance to suppliers
- Ensure VAT compliance of invoices and supporting documents
- Assist in preparing data for BIR returns (e.g., 1601-EQ, 2550M/Q)
- Ensure all transactions comply with company policies and BIR regulations
- Release payments and secure acknowledgment receipts
- Prepare daily cash position and cash flow reports
- Perform cash counts and reconciliation; report discrepancies promptly
- Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting Management, or related field
- CPA is an advantage but not required
- 2–3 years of experience in Accounts Payable, cashiering, or general accounting
- Experience in real estate, construction, or property development is a plus
- Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and accounting systems
- Knowledge of BIR regulations, EWT, VAT, and eFPS/eBIRForms
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
- High level of integrity and accountability
- Organized and able to manage multiple tasks
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
This role offers hands-on exposure to end-to-end accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, disbursement management, tax compliance, and financial controls—ideal for providing valuable experience and opportunities for growth in accounting within the real estate and construction industry.
At J. Nitton, we create lasting legacies.
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