Bookkeepers are responsible for the day-to-day financial record-keeping tasks, such as entering financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and maintaining ledgers. They work under the guidance of accountants and controllers.
Responsibilities include:
Record and maintain financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial records to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Manage the accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and vendor communications.
Handle accounts receivable functions, including generating and sending invoices, tracking payments, and following up on overdue accounts.
Update and maintain the general ledger by posting journal entries and ensuring that accounts are properly categorized.
Generate financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements as required.
Expense Tracking: Monitor and categorize business expenses and ensure they are within budget.
Maintain records for tax purposes, including supporting documentation and compliance with tax regulations.
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data by identifying and correcting errors or discrepancies.
Utilize accounting software and tools to streamline financial processes and maintain accurate records.
Maintain organized and accessible financial records, both in physical and electronic formats.
Skills and Qualifications:
Degree holder of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy or any related course
2 years of experience in a similar role
Good attention to detail to enter correct data into financial records and recognise errors
Mathematics skills for accurate record-keeping
Administrative skills for filing financial records
Computer literacy, especially familiarity with spreadsheets, databases and accounting software such as Microsoft Office, Excel and QuickBooks
Multi-tasking and organisational skills to manage different financial duties, including the ability to prioritise tasks to meet deadlines
Interpersonal and customer service skills for dealing with customers, suppliers and other employees in the accounts department
Communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial matters in accessible terms
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Benefits of Offshoring
Offshoring your Bookkeeper role allows you to access skilled bookkeeping expertise at a lower cost, contributing to improved financial efficiency and compliance. Here are some of the benefits you can expect:
Access to Great Accountant
Offshoring grants you access to a pool of highly skilled professionals with expertise in various accounting and bookkeeping software. This expertise can be beneficial to your business which needs specialized services.
Cost Saving
Offshoring your bookkeeper roles here in the Philippines can significantly reduce your operational costs. You eliminate the expenses of hiring and training an in-house Bookkeeper and the need for office space and equipment.
Business Success
Offshoring frees you up with more time and resources. You can channel your energy and resources into your core business functions.
Improves business flexibility
Offshoring allows you to easily scale your financial operations up or down, adapting to the changing demands of your business.
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In this case study, Guerilla assisted an Australian HVAC services company by offshoring roles in accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and customer service. Starting with three staff members, the team quickly grew to thirteen, reflecting the effectiveness of Guerilla’s recruitment and integration strategies.
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