29/01/2026
We are hiring! BOOKKEEPER**
ᎪᏴᎾᏬᎢ ᎢᎻᎬ ᎡᎾᏞᎬ
The Bookkeeper maintains accurate and complete financial records for our coastal resource management, disaster risk reduction, and climate change adaptation programs,
ensuring compliance with Philippine accounting standards, tax regulations, and donor requirements. You will handle day-to-day financial transactions including recording expenses, processing payments, reconciling accounts, managing payroll, and preparing monthly financial reports that support program implementation and organizational decision-making. Your meticulous work ensures accountability and transparency in managing resources entrusted to us by donors to benefit vulnerable coastal communities.
𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘽𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration with major in Accounting, Finance, or related fields. Completion of core accounting courses including financial accounting, cost
accounting, and taxation is essential. CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA licensure is an advantage but not required.
𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚
✓ 1-2 years of proven bookkeeping or accounting experience in any organization.
✓ Experience in NGOs, non-profit organizations, or development sector is highly preferred but not required.
✓ Hands-on experience with full bookkeeping cycle from transaction recording to financial statement preparation.
✓ Exposure to payroll processing, tax compliance, and government remittances.
✓ Experience working with accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or similar systems).
✓ Familiarity with donor fund accounting or grant management is an advantage.
✓ Experience supporting internal or external audits is beneficial.
𝘼𝙘𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬𝙡𝙚𝙙𝙜𝙚
✓ Strong understanding of accounting principles, double-entry bookkeeping system, and accrual accounting.
✓ Solid knowledge of the complete accounting cycle from journal entries to financial statements.
✓ Proficiency in account analysis, reconciliation, and variance investigation.
✓ Working knowledge of Philippine taxation including withholding tax and income tax.
✓ Familiarity with chart of accounts structure, cost centers, and financial coding systems.
✓ Knowledge of internal controls, segregation of duties, and financial safeguards.
𝙏𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨
✓ Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
✓ Demonstrated experience using accounting software with ability to learn new systems quickly.
✓ Competent in MS Word for preparing financial narratives, reports, and correspondence.
✓ Experience with online banking systems, electronic payment platforms, and digital financial tools.
✓ Familiarity with BIR online filing systems (eFPS, eBIRForms) and government online portals.
✓ Ability to generate reports, queries, and analyses from accounting systems.
✓ Knowledge of document scanning, digital filing, and electronic record management.
𝘼𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙮𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙢-𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨
✓ Strong analytical abilities to investigate variances, identify discrepancies, and resolve accounting issues.
✓ Critical thinking to question unusual transactions and ensure proper classification.
✓ Attention to detail with proven ability to maintain high accuracy in financial records.
✓ Capacity to reconcile complex accounts and resolve multi-period discrepancies.
𝙊𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙏𝙞𝙢𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨
✓ Excellent organizational abilities with proven track record of maintaining systematic records.
✓ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and competing demands.
✓ Effective time management skills with experience meeting month-end, reporting, and tax deadlines.
✓ Ability to work efficiently during peak periods while maintaining quality and accuracy.
𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨
✓ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Filipino.
✓ Professional communication skills with suppliers, auditors, government officials, and stakeholders.
✓ Ability to prepare clear and accurate financial reports and narratives.
✓ Skills in presenting financial data, responding to inquiries, and providing financial guidance to colleagues.
𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙩𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙚𝙨
✓ Unquestionable integrity, honesty, and ethical standards in handling financial matters - absolutely essential.
✓ Proven trustworthiness and discretion in managing confidential financial information.
✓ Meticulous and detail-oriented with consistent commitment to accuracy and completeness.
✓ Highly responsible and dependable with track record of meeting commitments and deadlines.
✓ Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
✓ Proactive in identifying issues, proposing solutions, and implementing improvements.
✓ Professional maturity and sound judgment in financial decision-making.
✓ Adaptable and flexible in responding to changing priorities and organizational needs.
✓ Resilient under pressure with ability to maintain composure during demanding periods.
✓ Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in accounting and finance.
𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀
Comprehensive Bookkeeping and Accounting
✓ Maintain complete and accurate accounting records for all organizational transactions following Philippine accounting standards and organizational policies.
✓ Record daily financial transactions including cash receipts, cash disbursements, bank transfers, journal entries, and adjustments using double-entry bookkeeping.
✓ Maintain subsidiary ledgers for accounts receivable, accounts payable, staff advances, fixed assets, and other detailed accounts.
✓ Ensure proper coding of all transactions by program, cost center, donor, activity, and account classification.
✓ Review and verify source documents for validity, completeness, proper authorization, and compliance before recording.
✓ Maintain organized and systematic filing of all financial documents with clear audit trail and documentation.
Cash and Treasury Management
✓ Record all bank transactions including deposits, withdrawals, electronic transfers, and bank charges.
✓ Prepare monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly. Monitor cash flow and bank balances daily.
✓ Maintain check registers and monitor outstanding checks, voided checks, and stale-dated checks.
✓ Coordinate with banks on account maintenance, statement requests, online banking issues, and special transactions.
✓ Ensure sufficient funds availability for payroll, major payments, and operational requirements.
Accounts Payable and Vendor Management
✓ Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders, delivery receipts, and contracts in three-way matching process.
✓ Ensure proper authorization, budget availability, and compliance with procurement policies before processing payments.
✓ Process tax withholding on payments following BIR regulations and issue BIR Form 2307 certificates to vendors.
✓ Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status, account balances, and invoice processing.
✓ Reconcile vendor statements with organizational records and resolve discrepancies professionally.
✓ Build and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
Accounts Receivable and Revenue Management
✓ Monitor accounts receivable and track amounts due from donors, partners, or other entities.
✓ Follow up on pending grant disbursements, donor payments, and other receivables proactively.
✓ Issue official receipts for all income following organizational format and BIR accountability requirements.
✓ Reconcile donor statements, grant agreements, and payment schedules with organizational records.
Payroll Processing and Statutory Compliance
✓ Process complete payroll for all staff including salaries, wages, allowances, and benefits.
✓ Calculate all payroll deductions accurately including withholding tax, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and other authorized deductions.
✓ Prepare detailed payroll registers showing gross pay, itemized deductions, net pay, and employer contributions.
✓ Generate individual payslips and ensure confidential distribution to all employees.
Record payroll expenses in accounting system.
Financial Reporting and Analysis
✓ Prepare complete monthly financial statements including Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Activities, and Statement of Cash Flows.
✓ Prepare donor-specific financial reports following each donor's unique format, requirements, and reporting schedule.
✓ Compile all supporting schedules, annexes, and documentation required for financial reports.
✓ Support quarterly and annual financial reporting to donors, board, and external stakeholders.
✓ Ensure timely submission of all financial reports meeting internal and external deadlines.
✓ Maintain complete documentation and working papers supporting all financial reports for audit purposes.
Budget Monitoring and Control
✓ Prepare comprehensive budget utilization reports.
✓ Support budget preparation by providing historical data, spending patterns, and financial analysis.
✓ Assist in budget revisions, realignments, and amendments by preparing necessary documentation.
Account Reconciliation and Quality Control
✓ Ensure all accounts are fully reconciled and balanced before closing books each month.
✓ Conduct periodic review of account activity to identify misclassifications, errors, or control issues.
✓ Implement quality control checks on data entry, postings, and financial processing.
✓ Maintain high standards of accuracy and completeness in all accounting records.
Tax Compliance and Government Reporting
✓ Ensure full compliance with all BIR tax requirements including filing, payment, and documentation.
✓ Maintain comprehensive tax records organized for potential BIR audits including alphalist of payees.
✓ Monitor tax calendar and ensure all filings and payments meet deadlines to avoid penalties.
✓ Process SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG contributions and remittances monthly within required deadlines.
✓ File all required government reports including contribution schedules and member updates.
✓ Stay updated on tax law changes, new regulations, and compliance requirements affecting the organization.
✓ Utilize online filing systems (eFPS, eBIRForms) efficiently for electronic tax filing and payment.
Audit Coordination and Support
✓ Prepare comprehensively for internal and external audits including document organization and schedule preparation.
✓ Provide auditors with requested financial records, supporting documents, and explanations efficiently.
✓ Respond professionally to audit queries, findings, and requests for additional information.
✓ Prepare audit adjustment entries and explanations based on auditor recommendations.
✓ Implement audit findings and corrective actions to address identified weaknesses or issues.
✓ Maintain complete audit trail ensuring all transactions are properly documented, authorized, and traceable.
✓ Coordinate year-end audit activities including preparing lead schedules, confirmations, and representations.
✓ Support donor-specific audits by providing project financial records and cost allocation documentation.
✓ Document accounting policies, estimates, and judgments for audit review and inquiry.
✓ Participate in audit exit meetings and follow up on management action plans.
Fixed Assets and Depreciation Accounting
✓ Maintain comprehensive fixed assets register with detailed records of all organizational assets.
✓ Record asset acquisitions including cost, acquisition date, description, location, custodian, and funding source.
✓ Process asset disposals, transfers, sales, or write-offs with proper authorization and documentation.
✓ Calculate and record monthly depreciation using appropriate methods and useful life estimates.
✓ Coordinate annual physical asset verification and reconcile results with accounting records.
✓ Prepare fixed assets reports for management and ensure compliance with donor asset requirements.
Grant and Donor Fund Accounting
✓ Set up and manage project codes, cost centers, and fund codes in accounting system for tracking.
✓ Ensure strict compliance with donor-specific financial requirements, restrictions, and guidelines.
✓ Prepare donor-required financial reports including fund accountability statements and cost reports.
✓ Track grant advances, installments, and payments against grant agreements and disbursement schedules.
✓ Monitor grant periods and ensure timely closeout with all expenditures recorded before end dates.
✓ Maintain separate documentation files for each grant including financial reports and supporting schedules.
✓ Reconcile donor statements and reports with organizational records regularly.
Internal Controls and Compliance:
✓ Implement and enforce internal financial controls protecting organizational assets and ensuring accuracy.
✓ Ensure proper segregation of duties in financial processes including authorization, recording, and custody.
✓ Safeguard accounting records, financial data, and confidential information with appropriate security measures.
✓ Monitor compliance with organizational financial policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
✓ Report immediately any suspected fraud, irregularities, or control violations to management.
✓ Participate in strengthening financial management systems and improving operational controls.
✓ Ensure compliance with donor financial management requirements and restrictions.
✓ Maintain professional skepticism and attention to unusual transactions or patterns.
Documentation and Records Management
✓ Maintain comprehensive, organized, and systematic filing systems for all financial documents.
✓ Ensure every transaction is supported by complete, valid, properly authorized source documents.
✓ File documents logically for efficient retrieval during audits or inquiries.
✓ Scan and digitize critical financial documents creating secure electronic backup files.
✓ Implement document retention policies ensuring records are kept for required periods.
✓ Archive historical financial records properly with clear labeling and inventory lists.
✓ Ensure confidential documents (payroll, contracts, donor information) have restricted
access and secure storage.
✓ Maintain master file indexes and document tracking systems for quick retrieval.
Training and Support Provided
✓ Comprehensive orientation on organizational programs, financial systems, and donor requirements.
✓ Mentorship from Finance Manager or senior staff on complex technical issues and professional development.
✓ Access to donor financial guidelines, accounting manuals, and technical reference materials.
✓ Opportunities for external training on advanced topics, donor requirements, and emerging practices.
𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀
✓ Reports to Finance Manager.
✓ May supervise or provide guidance to finance assistants.
✓ Coordinates closely with program staff, field finance teams, and administrative departments.
✓ Interfaces with external auditors, tax consultants, bank representatives, and government officials.
𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀
✓ Primarily office-based with occasional field visits to program sites.
✓ Standard office hours with extended hours during reporting schedule and audit periods.
✓ Peak workload during financial closing cycles, donor reporting deadlines, and tax filing seasons.
✓ Concentrated desk work requiring focus, attention to detail, and accuracy.
✓ Occasional travel to field offices, main office, or training venues.
𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
✓ National Office (Quezon City)
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ᎻᎾᎳ ᎢᎾ ᎪᏢᏢᏞᎩ
Interested applicants are requested to comply with the following requirements:
1. Prepare the following documents and convert them into PDF format:
✓ Curriculum Vitae
✓ Application Letter
✓ Transcript of Records
✓ Training Certificates (if applicable)
✓ Eligibility (if applicable)
2. Address the application letter to Ms. Eden Pearl L. Arocena, Admin and Finance Manager.
3. Indicate the appropriate email subject line for your application.
4. Submit all required documents via email to [email protected]