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Senior Accountant

RecruitGo is an Employer of Record (EOR) platform that simplifies global hiring, payroll, and benefits for businesses looking to build remote teams in emerging markets.

RecruitGo

Employee count: 51-200

Salary: 360k-480k USD

Philippines only

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About Us

RecruitGo is a leading Employer of Record (EOR) company specializing in bridging top talents in emerging markets with global clients. Our services enable businesses to hire, manage, and pay employees internationally with ease. We are committed to providing seamless and efficient solutions to our clients and fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment for our team.

Position Overview

RecruitGo is in search of a Senior Accountant based in the Philippines.

Aside from your established skills and expertise, we are also looking for someone who has excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in managing client relationships and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role involves handling multiple client portfolios, overseeing bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, VAT and Corporate Tax reporting, and providing direct support and advisory to clients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Direct Client Management

  • Act as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts, ensuring timely communication and delivery of services.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing financial guidance and addressing accounting, tax, and compliance queries.
  • Oversee the accounting activities of 17+ client accounts, ensuring deadlines are met and standards of service are upheld.

2. Bookkeeping & Accounting

  • Record day-to-day financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger accounts.
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.

3. Financial Statement (FS) Reporting

  • Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
  • Assist in variance analysis and preparation of supporting schedules.

● Sending out financial statements.

4. VAT Reporting

  • Prepare VAT workings and ensure compliance with VAT laws and regulations.
  • Assist in the timely submission of VAT returns and maintaining supporting documentation.
  • Ensure full compliance with UAE VAT laws and timely submissions.
  • Manage VAT reconciliations and address discrepancies.

5. Corporate Tax (CT) Reporting

  • Assist in gathering and organizing data for Corporate Tax filings.
  • Support preparation of corporate tax computations and documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE CT regulations and assist with audits/queries.
  • Review corporate tax computations and filings to ensure compliance with UAE CT regulations.
  • Liaise with auditors and tax authorities regarding queries or assessments.
  • Advise clients on corporate tax planning and compliance matters.

6. Project & Advisory Support

  • Provide financial and administrative support for ad-hoc projects and process improvements.
  • Assist in system implementation, automation initiatives, and other finance-related projects.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of project deliverables.

Qualifications

Must-Haves:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, with exposure to client management and reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles.
  • Proficiency in MS OƯice (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of accounting software/ERP systems is a plus.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple client accounts and deadlines.
  • High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.

NOTE: Experience handling 20 clients.

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for direct client interactions.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in managing a client portfolio within an accounting or consulting firm.

Why RecruitGo?

RecruitGo seamlessly links world-class business partners with top-tier global talent in emerging markets. Secure legal employment through our Employer of Record services and embark on a journey to unparalleled professional opportunities.

  • Salary Range: PHP 30,000 – PHP 40,000
  • Work Schedule: 8 working hours per week
  • Work Setup: Work-from-home in the Philippines
  • Diverse Challenges: Each day offers fresh opportunities and unique challenges that keep your work engaging and rewarding.
  • Team Collaboration: Join forces with a supportive team, where your insights and contributions are valued.
  • Inclusivity: Be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace that values your contributions. Work with the internal team to ensure timely delivery of services to clients and ensure that clients & expectations are met.

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Full Time

Experience level

Mid-level

Salary

Salary: 360k-480k USD

Location requirements

Hiring timezones

Philippines +/- 0 hours

About RecruitGo

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RecruitGo's story is one of strategic evolution, born from a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in global talent acquisition. Its journey began within Emerhub, a company founded in 2011 by Lauri Lahi and Marlissa Lahi in Jakarta, Indonesia. Initially known as 'Indosight,' their mission was to simplify market entry for businesses looking to establish themselves in Indonesia. As Emerhub expanded its footprint across Southeast Asia, opening offices in Vietnam and the Philippines, a significant pattern emerged. The team noticed that many clients were primarily setting up legal entities in these new markets for the sole purpose of hiring remote talent. The real challenge for these companies wasn't the incorporation process itself, but the ongoing complexities of managing payroll, ensuring compliance with local labor laws, and handling HR administration for their remote teams.

This key insight sparked the creation of a new service within Emerhub: an Employer of Record (EOR) solution. This service quickly gained traction, particularly in the Philippines, and its growth soon outpaced other services offered by Emerhub in the region. Recognizing the immense potential and the distinct focus of the EOR service, the decision was made to spin it off into a separate, dedicated entity. In 2023, RecruitGo was officially launched. This strategic move allowed the new company to dedicate all its resources and expertise to building a powerful platform for remote team building. Today, RecruitGo stands as an end-to-end solution for businesses looking to hire, manage, and pay talent in emerging markets across the globe. It leverages the years of on-the-ground experience inherited from Emerhub to offer a seamless, compliant, and efficient way for companies to build high-performing remote teams without the bureaucratic hurdles of establishing local entities.

Employee benefits

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Flexible Working Hours

Offers flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Learning and Development Budget

Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team environment.

Co-working space budget

Provides local support to procure shared office space, creating a physical hub for remote teams.

Health Insurance

Offers comprehensive private medical and hospitalisation insurance, often supplementing mandatory requirements.

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