Pasay - Accounting Associate (Pasay City)

Job Summary:

The role plays a vital part in tracking and managing the financial performance of the company’s distribution operations across salt, chemicals, and rice.

Key Responsibilities:

1. General Accounting:

• Prepare and post journal entries for revenue, expenses, and other financial transactions.
• Maintain the general ledger and assist in month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Reconcile bank statements and company accounts regularly.

1. Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• Process vendor invoices, ensure proper documentation, and schedule timely payments.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Assist in preparing aging reports and cash flow forecasts.

1. Inventory and Cost Accounting:

• Assist with inventory reconciliation for salt, chemicals, and rice.
• Support in tracking product movement between warehouses and customer locations.
• Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure accurate stock levels and cost records.

1. Financial Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Help compile internal and external audit requirements.
• Support compliance with relevant tax laws and company policies.

1. Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain organized records for purchases, sales, and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Assist with government reporting and industry-specific compliance (e.g., import/export documentation for chemicals and rice).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a distribution, trading, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar ERP systems).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Knowledge of inventory and cost accounting is a plus.
• Understanding of taxation, especially VAT and withholding tax, is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.