Accountant (Part-time)

Part-Time Accountant

Company: Spectrum One

Location: Metro Manila (On-site required for government transactions)

Engagement: Part-Time Contractor (10-15 hours per week)

About the Role

Spectrum One is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Part-Time Accountant to manage accounting, tax compliance, payroll support, and government reporting requirements. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with Philippine taxation, government regulations, and payroll administration. You will independently manage recurring deadlines and regulatory requirements, working with a strategic engineering partner for high-growth startups and established corporations.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll & Employee Tax Compliance

• Support People Operations in timekeeping and payroll processing.
• Process and validate SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG contributions and reconcile discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with employee-related statutory requirements.
• Handle 13th Month Pay processing and leave encashment computations.
• Process annual tax annualization and prepare/file BIR Form 2316 for employees.
• Prepare and submit employee tax compliance reports and alphalists.

BIR Tax Compliance & Government Filings

• Prepare and file quarterly and annual BIR tax returns and compliance requirements.
• Manage BIR registrations, updates, and other regulatory requirements.
• Prepare BIR Form 2307 and other withholding tax documentation.
• Maintain a compliance calendar to ensure timely submission of all government requirements.
• Handle employee, contractor, and company-related BIR compliance.
• Assist contractors with their tax compliance requirements and documentation.
• Monitor regulatory updates and advise leadership on changes.
• Identify potential compliance risks and recommend corrective actions.

Accounting & Financial Administration

• Prepare invoices and official accounting documentation.
• Compile expense reports and compliance reports.
• Assist with month-end financial reconciliations and accounting reports.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and organized filing systems.
• Track and reconcile tax payments, government contributions, and compliance-related transactions.

Corporate & Regulatory Compliance

• Process and maintain company compliance with BIR, SEC, LGUs, SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG.
• Facilitate annual permit renewals and corporate filings.
• Create and maintain a master list of compliance requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare supporting documentation for audits and regulatory inspections.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred but not required.
• Proven experience in Philippine accounting, taxation, payroll, and government compliance.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing end-to-end Philippine tax and government compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine tax regulations, payroll processing, and statutory requirements.
• Experience handling BIR audits highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with BIR, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, SEC, and LGU compliance systems.
• Must be located in Metro Manila and able to process government transactions in person when required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Experience working independently in a remote or hybrid environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Why Join Spectrum One?

• High-Trust Environment: Adults are hired, with focus on output quality rather than micromanagement.
• Deep Work: Minimized meetings to protect focus time; asynchronous by default.
• International Standards: Work with top-tier international clients.
• Real Strategic Influence: Drive technical decisions and shape architecture/roadmaps.
• Autonomy by Default: Trust to execute after receiving context and goals.
• Culture of Excellence: Surrounded by high-performers for continuous growth.
• Top-of-Market Compensation: High base salary plus annual performance-based bonuses.
• Annual Summit: Fully-funded company-wide retreat.
• Hardware & Gear: Latest tech provided (MacBook Pro or equivalent).
• Professional Development Budget: Annual budget for courses, certifications, and books.
• Permanent Remote: Work from anywhere productive.
• Time Off & Wellness: Generous paid leave, full medical coverage (HMO), and mental health support.

About Spectrum One

Spectrum One is a strategic engineering partner for high-growth startups and established corporations. Since 2015, we have helped clients raise over $150M in funding. We are a profitable business with consistent double-digit year-over-year growth, scaling our engineering team by prioritizing capability over tenure.