Intermediate Accountant (Permanent Work From Home)

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We’re looking for a Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Manila. 

Lightspeed is seeking a full-time Intermediate Corporate Accountant. Reporting to the Assistant Corporate Controller, the ideal candidate is a fast learner, self-motivated, possesses strong organizational skills, and is extremely attentive to detail. The working environment is dynamic, and daily tasks include a variety of accounting duties. If you’re interested in the opportunity to expand your skills by working with the Finance team of a growing technology company, this may be the position for you. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting the senior accountants in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual closing
• Posting journal entries, preparing reconciliations and providing support in the preparation of finance internal reports
• Assisting in the departmental, regional and product allocations 
• Performing internal controls to ensure compliance with SOX
• Providing support in the preparation of Finance internal reports and variance analysis
• Assisting in the preparation of the cash flow and related analysis
• Preparing reconciliations for the tax team as requested
• Assisting with internal and external audits by preparing and compiling supporting documentation and responding to auditor queries
• Assisting in the preparation of complex analysis including the expected credit loss (ECL) provision
• Assisting in the optimization of new processes (automation/AI to increase efficiency)

What you need to bring:

• 2-3 years experience in a similar position, experience in audit preferred
• Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Strong desire to learn and ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to exercise discretion
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Fluency in English

Be a changemaker

You’ll enjoy:

• • Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs every day;
  • Work in a team large enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact;
  • Exposure to modern and proven technology;
  • Ability to work and grow in a truly flexible environment;
  • Opportunity to learn, expand your skill set, forge wonderful relationships and make your mark within the diverse and inclusive Lightspeed culture, a true Canadian tech success story.

Plus benefits designed to keep you happy, healthy and fulfilled.

• Market-leading salary package
• Permanent work from home setup
• Coworking space available, if needed
• We follow the PH holidays!
• Benefits you can enjoy from day one: 
• HMO for you and your 2 dependents (Maxicare)
• 15 Vacation leaves
• 10 Sick leaves
• Government Mandated Benefits
• FoodAllowance of 1000PHP per month
• Work from Home Allowance of 1000PHP per month
• Health and wellness benefit of 7500PHP per year
• Free LinkedIn Learning License
• Free access to Mental Health support and coaching services
• Opportunity to grow your career in a company that values internal mobility
• Exciting online and in-person events hosted regularly by our Manila Culture Club

Not yet convinced?

For honest reviews left by real people, you can check our Glassdoor page. To know more about Lightspeed, you can check our website, LinkedIn, and Youtube pages. We’re an open book!

We know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure that you have the right profile for the role… hit the ‘Apply’ button and give it a try!

We partner with Inform Group to employ our Lightspeed workforce in the Philippines. Inform Group hosts Lightspeed employees who enjoy the benefits of the Philippine labour code combined with the full career opportunities provided by Lightspeed.

To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Where to from here?
Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here.

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal’s gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.

Who we are:
Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed’s one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries. Lightspeed handles your information in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Statement.