Intermediate Accountant

Want to be part of a community that focuses on work-life balance, provides competitive salary and fantastic opportunities? The Backroom Offshoring Inc. is a KPO company experiencing strong dynamic growth and we want you to be part of it! Located at One West Aeropark in Clark Pampanga, a world-class building with top facilities, a conducive work environment is guaranteed! Role Purpose

The Intermediate Accountant will be responsible for preparing high-quality financial statements, tax returns, and supporting schedules for New Zealand clients. The role requires strong technical accounting skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work to deadlines in collaboration with the onshore team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Compliance & Reporting

– Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with NZ IFRS and NZ tax legislation. – Complete income tax, GST, FBT, and other returns as required. – Assist with management accounts and periodic reporting.

2. Workpapers & Reconciliations

– Prepare and review workpapers to ensure accuracy and completeness. – Reconcile bank accounts, debtors, creditors, GST, payroll, and other control accounts.

3. Client Support

– Liaise with onshore managers regarding job progress, queries, and additional information requirements. – Ensure client records are maintained to high standards.

4. Quality & Process

– Follow firm workflows, templates, and review procedures. – Proactively identify and flag issues to managers. – Maintain confidentiality and data security standards at all times.

5. Continuous Improvement

– Stay updated with NZ tax law changes and accounting standards. – Contribute ideas to improve work efficiency and accuracy.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. – Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in public practice accounting. – Experience with NZ accounting standards and tax compliance (or willingness to learn). – Strong knowledge of accounting software, preferably Xero and Xero Practice Manager (XPM). – Good command of written and spoken English.

Preferred:

– Experience in an offshoring or outsourcing role. – Familiarity with MYOB, WorkflowMax, FYI Docs, or similar tools. – Knowledge of NZ CA firm workflows and reporting cycles.

Key Attributes

– High attention to detail and accuracy. – Strong time management skills and ability to work to deadlines. – Proactive communicator who seeks clarification when needed. – Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently. – Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Performance KPIs

– Job turnaround time within agreed deadlines. – Accuracy rate (minimal rework from reviewer). – Compliance with firm processes and documentation standards. – Positive feedback from onshore managers.

Core Perks and Benefits

• HMO on your first day + Free coverage for 2 dependents on your 2nd year
• Government-mandated benefits
• 20 Annual Leave Credits
• 13th-month pay
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave

Work Set-up

• Hybrid or work from home set up

This position is exclusively open to Philippine citizens currently living in the Philippines. While remote work offers flexibility, please note that this role requires adherence to local regulations, making it suitable only for those based in the Philippines. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving applications from qualified candidates who meet these criteria.

Onsite/Hybrid employee additional benefits:

• Travel Subsidy Allowance
• Free staff house accommodation (for those within a certain distance)
• Free Shuttle service
• Free Lunch
• Free Uniform
• Perfect attendance bonus

Additional benefits/perks to all employees

• Onboarding training
• Monthly employee engagement
• Birthday Gift
• Weekly treats
• Christmas Hamper
• Anniversary Gift
• Opportunity to travel

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• Grad trainees, junior, entry-level, and admin positions: PHP 3,000
• Intermediate positions: PHP 5,000
• Senior and hard-to-fill positions: PHP 8,000

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